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[Korean Tour Keywords] 3. Regions |
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Every Korean Region has its own Natural Beauty & Cultural Relics
Narae: There are three administrative units (tiers) in South Korea: (1) seven metropolitan cities such as Seoul or Busan and nine provinces (do), (2) cities (si) and counties (gun), and (3) dong in cities and ri in provinces, the lowest units.
Daehan: Korea is also surrounded by seas on all three sides - the East Sea, the West Sea and the South Sea. Mountain ranges have been traditionally the natural boundaries between the regions. Because of infrequent contact between regions, there still exist differences in dialects, customs, and foods.
Michael: It means that there is a lot of diversity in each region, doesn't it? Cool! That's good information to know before I arrange my travel plans! Well, where do I start first?
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Useful Websites
Tour2korea
Provide local tourist information with useful details about Korean tours
http://www.tour2korea.com |
Travel Tips
Arranging travel theme packages based on regional foods, cultural & historic sites or resorts is one of the wisest ways, because there are so many attractions in every region. |
Korean Regions
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Seoul |
Seoul, the capital city, is the heart of Korea's culture, education, politics & economics. |
Seoul Metropolitan City
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Provinces
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Gyeonggi-do & Tourist Attractions
Gyeonggi-do has a variety of traditional culture places; Hwasong Fortress (Suwon), Korean Folk Village (Yongin) and ceramics (Icheon). Everland (amusement park) is a good choice for excitement.
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Gyeonggi-do
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Gangwon-do & Tourist Attractions
Gangwon-do is full of natural attractions (Mt. Seorak-san), fine beaches and clean coastlines. Countless ski resorts attract many tourists due to the heavy snowfall in the winter on the mountains.
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Gangwon-do
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Chungcheong-do & Tourist Attractions
Chungcheong-do possesses relics from the ancient Kingdom Baekje, The Independence Hall of Korea (Cheonan), and natural tourist spots (Mt. Songnisan). The hot springs in this area are also worthy to visit.
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Chungcheongbuk-do
Chungcheongnam-do
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Jeolla-do & Tourist Attractions
Jeolla-do has a bunch of cultural heritages, historical sites, and beautiful coastlines with islands; dolmen sites (Gochang), the home of Pansori (traditional Korean opera, Namwon city). It is also famous for its scrumptious & healthy dishes.
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Jeollabuk-do
Jeollanam-do
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Gyeongsang-do & Tourist Attractions
Gyeongsang-do is the home of the ancient kingdom ‘Silla' and ‘Gaya'. Gyeongju (the capital of the Silla), Andong Hahoe Village, and Haeinsa Temple are the most celebrated tourist attractions.
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Gyeongsangbuk-do
Gyeongsangnam-do
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Jeju-do & Tourist Attractions
Jeju-do, the premier tourist destination because of its stunning natural scenery (Mt. Halla-san, beaches, waterfalls, cliffs, and caves) and superior tourist amenities, is recognized as an ideal resort. The Jungmun Tourist Complex is worth visiting.
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Jeju-do
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