South Korea, formerly known as the Republic of Korea, is one of the world’s wealthiest and most beautiful countries. It is situated in northeast Asia, near the Korean Peninsula’s southern tip. It is located to the south of North Korea and northwest of Japan. South Korea is one of the few countries in the world with both a rich cultural legacy and natural beauty. The country’s numerous attractions are sure to enchant visitors. The country’s key tourist spots have succeeded in preserving history and re-creating it in such vivid detail that they appear to be in a time warp.
The nation’s history begins in the 10th century BC, with the founding of the Gojoseon (Old Joseon) dynasty in the northern area. During the 4th to 6th century AD, the Three Kingdoms of Korea — the Goguryo, Baekje, and Shinra (Shilla) – followed. Around 668 AD, the Shilla dynasty consolidated the whole territory and reigned until 936 AD. The Koryo dynasty (918–1392) came next, followed by the Joseon dynasty (1392– 1910). Japan conquered Korea in 1910 and ruled it until the conclusion of World War II. The peninsula’s southern and northern parts proclaimed themselves independent nations in 1948. In 1950, these countries were embroiled in a conflict known as the Korean War. In 1953, the conflict came to an end with the signing of a peace treaty that divided the peninsula into two pieces.
South Korea is a wonderful and delightful country in current times. Almost everyone recognises themselves as Korean in origin. The population of the country is roughly 48.6 million, with 10.5 million people living in Seoul. Shamanism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Christianity are the four primary faiths practised by the people of the nation. The country’s biggest faiths are Buddhism (26 percent) and Christianity (26 percent). Approximately 46% of the population wants to stay unaffiliated with any religion.
Tourist Destinations
• Seoul
• Incheon
• Suwon
• Cheonan
• Yongin
• Gongju
• Daejeon
• Jeonju
• Gwangju
• Suncheon
• Yeosu
• Jeju Island
• Busan
• Ulsan
• Gyeongju
• Daegu
• Andong
• Sokcho
• Gangneung
• Chuncheon
