Discover South Korea
The name Korea derives from the name Goryeo. The name Goryeo itself was first used by the ancient kingdom of Goguryeo, which was considered a great power of East Asia during its time, in the 5th century as a shortened form of its name.
Seoul
Traditional markets in Seoul are one of the best places to experience the coexistence of modernism and tradition all at once. Every market bustles with vendors of all kinds as well a plethora of delicious street foods. When looking for a place to either shop or eat, a visit to one of these Korean marketplaces is a must!
Jeju Island
The pinnacle of the chain of islands that festoon South Korea’s southern coast is Jeju (often referred to as Jejudo). It’s easy to see why this island is popular with both local and international tourists alike. It offers volcanic crags to explore, palm-fringed beaches, lush paddy fields, tangerine groves and an idyllic rural life. If you think Hawaii or Bali, and add a large splash of South Korea, then you’ll probably already be adding Jejudo to your bucket list!
Seoraksan National Park
Seoraksan is the highest mountain in the Taebaek mountain range in the Gangwon Province in eastern South Korea. It is located in a national park near the city of Sokcho. After the Hallasan volcano on Jeju Island and Jirisan in the south, Seoraksan is the third highest mountain in South Korea.