Top destinations in South Korea

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This selection highlights South Korea’s cultural and natural heritage, spanning from the historic Baekje and Silla dynasties to modern urban art districts. It features UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Seokguram Grotto and Namhansanseong fortress, alongside the National Museum of Korea’s extensive historical archives. The list also encompasses Jeju Island’s volcanic landscapes, including the Jusangjeolli hexagonal rock formations and Cheonjiyeon Waterfall, as well as Busan’s coastal landmarks like Gwangalli Beach and the historic Gukje Market.

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Ihwa Mural Village

Discover this unique art district full of artworks from more than 70 artists, that was revitalized during the "Art in the City" project in…

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National Museum of Korea

The National Museum of Korea is the flagship museum of Korean history and art in South Korea.

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Hongdae Shopping Street

Hongdae is a neighborhood in Seoul, South Korea near Hongik University, after which it is named.

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National Folk Museum of Korea

National Folk Museum of Korea is a national museum located on the grounds of Gyeongbokgung Palace in Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea.

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Bongeunsa Temple

Bongeunsa is a Korean Buddhist temple located in Samseong-dong, Gangnam-gu in Seoul, South Korea.

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Haeinsa Temple

Haeinsa is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Seon Buddhism in Gayasan National Park, South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea.

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Seokguram Grotto

The Seokguram Grotto is a hermitage and part of the Bulguksa temple complex in Gyeongju, South Korea.

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Namhansanseong

Namhansanseong is a historic Korean fortress city in Gwangju, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.

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Gwangalli Beach

The Gwangalli Beach or Gwangan Beach is a beach in Busan, South Korea.

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Gukje market

Gukje Market or Nampodong International Market is a market in Sinchang-dong, Jung District, Busan, South Korea.

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Cheonjiyeon Waterfall

Cheonjiyeon Waterfall is a waterfall on Jeju Island, South Korea. Literally, the name Cheonjiyeon means sky connected with land.

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Jusangjeolli

The Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff cliff is a spectacular volcanic rock formation at the southern coast of Jeju Island, South Korea.

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Osulloc Tea Museum

Osulloc Tea Museum, opened in 2001, is aiming to educate tourists and tea-lovers alike about the history and art of tea tradition in Korea.

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Gongju Gongsanseong Fortress

This mountain fortress dates back to the Baekje Period and served as a royal palace following the capital's move to Ungjin. Part of the Baekje Historic Areas UNESCO World Heritage site, the stone walls stretch approximately 2.6 kilometers along the ridge of Gongsan Mountain.