Lotte World Tower
(Credit: Lotte Corporation)
Seoullo 7017 at night
(Credit: Seoul Metropolitan Government)
Boats at Chuam Beach
- Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
Some Sevit (Floating Islands)
- Seocho-gu, Seoul
Travel Highlights
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- Experience the Beauty of Hanbok
- Hanbok, the traditional clothing of Korea, is growing in popularity. Visit cultural centers like the ones featured in this column for the chance to try on a beautiful hanbok for yourself!
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- Escape the Heat with Korea’s Refreshing Summer Foods
- In Korea, staying healthy and cool during the summer is all about what you eat. Keep reading to find out exactly which foods to eat to restore your strength and refresh your spirit Korean style!
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- Discover Korea’s Grandest Landscape, Namhae
- Namhae in Gyeongsangnam-do is the fifth largest island in Korea and boasts an outstanding natural environment with splendid landscapes.Set off to Namhae for beautiful views unique to Korea!
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- Keep Cool in Summer at Korea’s Popular Water Parks!
- One of the first things people think of when summer comes to mind is fun with water, and Korea's top water parks are designed to let you get your fill of water fun without having to leave town.
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- Sangsang-gil, a Road of People, Culture and Art
- Streets and alleys branching out from Sangsang-gil take visitors on a journey filled with stories of people, culture, and art.
The Michelin Guide SeoulYour perfect guide to a gourmet adventure in the capital of Korea!
Host City of the 2018 Winter Olympics, Pyeongchang Pyeongchang, host city of the 2018 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games, offers wonderful outdoor activities year round, but the best time to visit is in winter, when the mountains are blanketed in snow.
Travel News
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- Meet Gigantic Water Bobsleigh in Gwanghwamun!
- A giant water bobsleigh will be set up in Seoul’s Gwanghwamun Square to promote the success of PyeongChang 2018 Olympic Winter Games.
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- Hanbok Experience Now Available at BEXCO!
- Busan Hanbok Exhibition is welcoming visitors with a new look after its renovation from November to June.
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- Enjoy Incheon K-Pop Concert 2017 on Sept 9
- Incheon K-Pop Concert, also known as Incheon Hallyu Tourism Concert, is inviting K-pop fans all over the world for a spectacular entertainment on Sept 9!
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- KTO Releases “Explore Korea by Subway” in Multi-languages!
- “Explore Korea by Subway” includes basic information and subway maps of Korea’s five main metro systems in multi-languages.
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- “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God” Saturday Concert
- A special Saturday concert is being held with music and scenes from “Guardian: The Lonely and Great God.”
100 Must-go Destinations in Korea
Representative Festivals in 2017 Information
Region Search
- SEOULThe capital and heart of Korea’s culture, education, politics and economy, Seoul offers a myriad of attractions for all to enjoy.
- GYEONGJUThe capital of the Silla Kingdom (57 BC-935 AD), Gyeongju is especially well known for UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites.
- JEJUJeju is a premier tourist destination, boasting mild weather and scenic beauties of beaches, waterfalls, cliffs and caves.
- BUSANKorea’s largest port city, visitors flock to Busan each year to relax on the beach or attend events, like Busan International Film Festival.
- PYEONGCHANGNestled amidst beautiful mountains, Pyeongchang is perfect for winter sports and will host the 2018 Winter Olympic Games.
- Ulleungdo Island/Dokdo IslandKorea’s eastern-most islands, Ulleungdo & Dokdo are home to stunning natural scenery and vast flora and marine life.
