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Pyongyang is a city steeped in history. It retains cultural relics from ancient Gojoseon (2333-108 B.C.), the first nation established on the Korean Peninsula, and more relics from the Goguryeo Kingdom (37 B.C.- A.D. 668) than any other Korean city. Goguryeo was once the most powerful nation in Northeast Asia. Pyongyangseong Fortress (National Treasure No. [...]
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Dokdo Island is in the eastern reaches of Korea territory. Though small,Dokdo Island is the most meaningful island in Korea.
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The island of Ulleungdo lies between Dokdo in the East Sea and the South Korean mainland. It was formed because of violent eruptions, creating high, steep cliffs across the landscape. Ulleungdo Island is famous for its local specialties such as squid, pumpkin taffy, pumpkin jelly, and vegetables with generous people.
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Jeju-do is the foremost island in Korea in terms of size and unique climate. The island province consists of Jeju and its adjacent islands. Geographically, its relative isolation from the mainland resulted in a unique dialect and lifestyle of its own. The natural beauty of Halla-san Mountain and the surrounding sea make Jeju an ideal [...]
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A dolmen is a Bronze Age tomb. Korea has more dolmens than any other country, and those found in Gochang and Hwasun are clustered in such high density that UNESCO designated the areas World Cultural Heritage. Jeolla-do is also famous for delicious dishes like bibimbap (mixed rice with vegetables). Traditional pansori (musical story-telling) originated here. [...]
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Gyeongsang-do is the home of the ancient Silla Kingdom (57 B.C.- A.D. 935) and Gaya Kingdom (100~1 B.C.-562 A.D.) kingdoms. Gyeongju, the capital of Silla, in North Gyeongsang Province is even called the “Museum Without Walls” because cultural relics abound across the city. Bulguk-sa Temple and Seokguram Grotto represent the height of Silla’s desire to [...]
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Centered around Gongju and Buyeo, brilliant ancient Baekje Kingdom (18 B.C.-A.D. 660) culture flourished in Chungcheong-do. Representative cultural relics include the tomb of King Muryeong and a gilt bronze incense burner deemed the most beautiful unearthed in Northeast Asia. The Independence Hall of Korea in Cheonan showcases the independence movements during Japanese Occupation of Korea [...]
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Gangwon-do is a mountainous area famous for Seorak-san. More than 80 percent of its land is covered with mountains. A source of beauty, the mountains also cut the province of from the rapid development sweeping the Seoul and Gyeonggi area. However, Gangwon now benefits as a leisure and tourism center, making good use of well- [...]
Places to Go
Inje gun is famous for its beautiful nature. Over ninety percent of the region is formed of mountains or valleys, such as Mt. Seoraksan, Mt. Bangtaesan, Daecheong Peak, and Naerincheon Valley, etc. You can take a trip to several mineral water springs and natural forest resorts as well. It is also the best place for [...]
Memories in Korea
Annyeong Haseyo! My name is Olivier, I live in Paris, France. I’m passionate about Korea after visiting in the summer of 2000. My interest in Korea began a few years ago when I had to do some research about this country in order to write an article for a game. I started to search under [...]