Discover South Korea
Basic Information
Capital city: Seoul
Population: About 51 million people
Official language: Korean
Currency: South Korean won (KRW)
South Korea occupies the southern half of the Korean Peninsula in East Asia. It shares a heavily fortified border with North Korea, known as the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ).
Gyeongbokgung Palace
The Gyeongbokgung Palace was built in 1395 during the Joseon Dynasty. It served as the main royal palace for centuries.
It has been destroyed and rebuilt multiple times due to invasions and wars.
N Seoul Tower
The N Seoul Tower sits on Namsan Mountain and offers panoramic views of Seoul. It has become a symbol of the city.
Did You Know?????
1. South Korea has one of the fastest internet speeds in the world.
It was one of the first countries to roll out nationwide high-speed broadband. Today, ultra-fast internet is normal.
2. Hangul, the Korean writing system, was scientifically designed.
It was created in the 15th century under King Sejong. The letters were deliberately shaped to show how the mouth moves when making sounds. It is often praised by linguists for its logical structure.
3. K-pop is a global industry.
Groups like BTS and BLACKPINK have helped South Korea become a major cultural exporter. This global influence is sometimes called the “Korean Wave” (Hallyu).
4. South Korea has compulsory military service.
Most able-bodied men are required to serve in the military, usually for around 18–21 months.