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Mountains
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About 70 percent of the Korean Peninsula is
mountainous. Therefore, there are many beautiful mountains and Koreans
love to flock there in the spring and fall. Most mountains have
well-used paths and m...
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Food
Food in Korea | 한국의 음식
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Boiled rice(Bop), either plain or cooked with other grains, is the main dish at the Korean meals. Rice is accompanied by a variety of side dishes that vary greatly according to the region and the ...
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Seollal: Lunar New Year's Day
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Koreans celebrate New Year twice a year, one at the December 31 countdown and the other on the Lunar New Year holiday. Seollal, the Korean Lunar New Year, falls on the 15th day of the eighth...
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History
South and North Korea
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South and North Korea, respectively is a territory of East Asia that was formerly unified under one state, but now divided into two separate states and a region in northeastern Asia. Located on ...
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National Flag
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National Flag
The Korean flag is called Taegeukgi. Its design symbolizes the principles of the yin and yang in Asian philosophy. The circle in the center of the flag is divided into two ...
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Weather
Climate | 기후
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Korea lies in the temperate zone and has four
distinct seasons. In late March or early April, the trees burst into leafy splendor to mark the beginning of spring.
Occasional showers can be expect...
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Night Life
Night Life | 놀이문화
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1775 | Jan 03, 2011 17:55 |
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What is the night life of Seoul like? There are
many bars, taverns, and singing rooms (karaoke) in Korea, especially such large cities as Seoul and Busan.
Drinking plays an important role in the busines...
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Other Tips
Other Tips | 기타 정보
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[Shopping] There are many duty free shops for foreigners. Some common electronic devices like TVs, cellular phones, computers, telephones, cassette recorders, and VCRs are expensive than abroad normal...
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History
Founding of the Republic of Korea
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Koreans rejoiced at Japan's World War II defeat. However, their joy was short-lived. Liberation did not instantly bring about the independence for which the Koreans had fought so fiercely. Rather, ...
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Location
Location | 지리적 위치
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The Korean Peninsula extends southward from the eastern end
of the Asian continent. Korea is roughly 1,000 km (600 miles) long and 216 km (135 miles) wide at its narrowest point. Mountains cover 70...
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Transportation
Transportation system | 교통 체계
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What is the public transportation system like? All cities in Korea have a public bus and taxi system. Buses run about every 5-10 minutes and have their destination signs on each side and on the fron...
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Government Organizations
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Korean
Government Homepage Ministry of Foreign Affairs and
Trade Korea Meteorological Administration Korea Trade Investment Promotion Agency National Statistical Office
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Transportation
Transferring on public transportation in Seoul, Korea
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Weather
Korea’s unique weather pattern returns
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2012 | Jan 02, 2013 09:03 |
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Three days of freezing cold followed by four days of milder weather was the typical cycle for Korea’s winters until recent years, which saw people fighting to keep warm during unusual long-lasting cold ...
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Location
City & Province
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Seoul Metropolitan City Incheon Metropolitan City Daejeon Metropolitan City Daegu Metropolitan City Gwanju Metropolitan City Busan Metropolitan City Ulsan Metropolitan City Gyeonggi-Do Province Gan...
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Language
Hangul (Korean language)
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Koreans all speak and write the same language, which has been a
key factor in their strong national identity. The Korean language, like Hungarian, Mongolian, and Finnish, is classified
as a Ural-Altaic la...
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History
Japanese Occupation and Korea's Independence Movement
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2117 | Jan 17, 2011 16:58 |
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In the 19th century, Korea remained a "Hermit Kingdom," adamantly opposed to Western demands for diplomatic and trade relations. Over time, a few Asian and European countries with imperialistic ambition...
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History
The Joseon Dynasty
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2148 | Jan 17, 2011 17:01 |
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In 1392, General Yi Seong-gye established a new dynasty called Joseon. The early rulers of Joseon, in order to counter the dominant Buddhist influence during the Goryeo period, supported Confucian...
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History
Gojoseon
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2165 | Jan 17, 2011 17:05 |
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People began living on the Korean Peninsula and its surrounding areas from some 700,000 years ago. The Neolithic Age began some 8,000 years ago. Relics from that period can be found in areas throughout...
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│ Currency
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Korea's currency is won, which comes in 1,000 (about US$0.90), 5,000 and 10,000 won bills, and 10, 50, 100 and 500 won coins.
Generally, banks are open between 09:30-16:30 Monday through Friday (It i...
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