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South Korea

South Korea occupies the southern half of the Korean Peninsula, where forested mountains, rice-padded valleys, and a densely wired urban culture coexist in close quarters. Seasons arrive sharply — cherry blossoms in spring, oppressive summer heat, fiery autumn foliage, bitter winters — and daily life moves at a pace shaped by both deep Confucian tradition and relentless technological modernity.

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About South Korea

Overview

Bordering North Korea to the north and flanked by the Yellow Sea to the west and the Sea of Japan to the east, South Korea is a mid-sized peninsula nation in East Asia. Seoul is the capital and by far the largest city. Korean is the official language and the won the currency. The culture balances reverence for ancestry and hierarchy with a global appetite for design, cuisine, and digital innovation.

Airports in South Korea

15 airports

Airlines based in South Korea

9 airlines

Flights to South Korea

4 routes
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Hotels in South Korea

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