South Korea
(Photo: Korea National Tourism Organization)
South Korea has both urban metropolises and an abundance of natural greenery and mountains, something locals are very proud of. Sandwiched between North Korea and Japan, South Korea is very welcoming to westerners, though its complex customs regarding social etiquette can take some getting used to at first.
Capital – Seoul
Major cities - Busan, Jinju and Gyeongju
Places of interest – Icheon, Jongmyo and Changdeokgung Palace
Time Zone – GMT +9
Language – Korean
To learn the basics of Korean visit
www.learnkorean.com
South Korea currency - South Korea uses the South Korea Won.
Approximate exchange rate:£1 is worth around KRW1,693.
For up-to-date exchange rates see:
www.xe.com/ucc