Main tourist attractions in South Korea

South Korea has many amazing tourist destinations. The country offers an interesting mix of traditional and modern attractions. Korea is rich in history, culture, food, and technology. Seoul is the main destination for most travelers. There are many other places that offer a great experience to visitors. Get some cheap plane tickets and head to these wonderful places.

Jeju Island

Jeju Island is also known as the “Island of the Gods”. The island is one of the top destinations among Korean honeymooners. Jeju has a very captivating fusion of volcanic rocks, temperate climate, and frequent rainfall. Visitors can enjoy a number of activities here, such as hiking South Korea’s highest peak Halla-san, relishing the majestic views of sunrise and sunset over the ocean, enjoying the beautiful waterfalls and tubing lava, enjoy horse riding or just lie on the beautiful sandy beaches. The island is also home to several museums such as the Bear Museum, Jeju Teddy, Jeju Education Museum, Jeju Independence Museum, Natural History and Folklore Museum among many others. The island also has many caves and parks. Travelers can find great deals on Asiana Airlines flights and Korean Air flights that fly to Jeju year-round.

seoul

Seoul is the capital of South Korea and the economic and political center of the nation. Architecture admirers will have a great time here discovering the beautiful old and modern architecture that makes the city worth exploring. The Korean capital is home to many places of cultural and historical interest. The metropolitan area of ​​the city is home to four UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the Royal Tombs of the Joseon Dynasty, Jongmyo Shrine, Hwaseong Fortress, and Changdeok Palace. Some of Seoul’s highlights include the Tower Palace, the World Trade Center, N Seoul Tower, and the Korea Finance Building.

Haeundae Beach – Busan

Busan is a seaport located in the middle of numerous beaches. The most picturesque of these is Haeundae Beach. It is a popular destination in both summer and winter. In winter, it is a beautiful place to take a walk, with many seagulls overhead. The beach is frequented by visitors throughout the year as it hosts many beach festivals. The coast is a popular fishing spot. Haeundae Beach is also a popular site to watch the first sunrise of the year on January 1 with nearly a thousand visitors gathering before dawn.

Gyeongju

Gyeongju is known as “The Museum Without Walls” as the city is home to many historical sites. A particular highlight is the Bulguksa Temple which once featured on its paper money, the old 5,000 won note. Sitting on top of a mountain, the temple is one of the best examples of Korean Buddhist architecture. The ideal time to visit Bulguska is early in the morning. This 8th century temple is considered a masterpiece of Buddhist art.