Korea Travel Guide

Korea Travel Guide

Korea is located in the southern part of the Korean peninsula. Terrain classified into two distinct regions: mountains about 70% of the area located east; coastal plains in the west and south. Saemangeum coastal alluvial well as coastal beaches the world's second largest climate here is fairly mild. The rain concentrated in a short period in summer. The rainy season is called Jangma. In winter temperatures often below 0 ° C and can be very low. The monsoon brings cold air from Siberia to blow.   South Korea's largest city is Seoul, the official population of over 10 million people, located in the northwest. The other major cities as Incheon west of Seoul, Daejeon in central, southwest Kwangju, Daegu and Busan in the southeast. Korea Travel outside the famous scenic spots in Seoul, tourists to the island of Cheju is destination-love. If Nami island to tourists before the bewitching lyrical dream dream scene was viewed on television, the Korean island of Cheju is a point worthy of "tourist paradise". Rhombic shape, Cheju Island possesses many beaches with fine white sand, blue field, fresh air, it is a miniature Hawaii! Travel tips spring is the best time to go to Korea Nations. At this temperature warm but not too hot nor too much rain. Although spring time yellow dust blown from China, is sometimes very frustrating. Summer began with heavy rains in June and increasingly heavy in May 7-8, the extreme humidity and high temperatures, up to 40 degrees C. Should be avoided to Korea at this time, unless to the coast. Autumn starts in September, we can say is the best time to go to Korea. Temperatures and humidity become more gentle, pleasant days, cool and fall colors begin to appear very romantic. Winter is a great time to go skiing or to the hot spring area, the Korea invented ondol - a heater nennha, help prop the cold. Take the first? Korea is a country of tourism and the entertainment industry to grow. Dadohea Haesang National Park is a national park under the Wando-gun Jeollanam-do Province is made ​​up of 1700 islands, lying stretched in southwestern Korea. Here visitors can enjoy the feeling of true relaxation. Day falls at the royal meeting Dadohea Heasang is a picture of "heaven" in Korea. Here the population is not crowded and are mainly in the small tourist services. Dodong Mineral Spring Park (Address Dodong-ri, you can call to inquire at the phone number 791 7160) is different than Dadohea Heasang it more exciting with many activities and entertainment. If you want to look like a bird, you can visit by cable car. Otherwise, you can rent a boat cruise on Lake the roof and see the rocky shores with sparkling water. Traffic flow of tourists from everywhere to improve crowded here. Back in the major cities of Korea. In Korea there are two cities that Seoul and Busan. Talk about second largest city Busan of South Korea after Seoul. Center of Busan is the Seomyeon, the focus of fashion stores, restaurants, buildings for shopping. From the center Seomyeon on Subway Line No. 2 orange towards Yok Busan (Busan Station), we are towards the south. Here visitors can enjoy delicious food in Korea and then visit the port of Busan. Busan, do not forget to visit the Haeundae beach or Kawanganli as down as they are very nice. And finally, a city of Seoul of South Korea the most. From Seoul you can visit Hillside WALK INWANGSAN SHAMANIST a tourist attraction where most of the South: Forts to visit Seoul The church - Temple Learn Buddhist culture of Korea (Inwangsan) Capture memories. Korean tourists have many options, enjoy tranquility in the heart of the cities or visiting the most crowded places in Korea.    Location, travel what?  to:  • Aircraft: South Korea has seven international airports: Busan (Kimhae Airport), Cheongju, Daegu, Jeju, Muan, Seoul (Kimpo Airport and Incheon International Airport). Incheon International Airport is located about an hour Central Seoul cars to the west. The airport has all the main international flights during the airport's Kimhae Busan and Jeju airport has several flights to neighboring countries such as Japan or China. Korean Air and Asiana Airlines are the two main in Korea. From Vietnam, could easily come to Korea by the Korean Air planes or Vietnam Airlines, usually departing from Tan Son Nhat Airport, Ho Chi Minh City and then in transit in Bangkok - Thailand and flew into Incheon International Airport - South Korea. • Train: Travel from North Korea or anywhere in Asia to South Korea by train is still impossible. However, only train service line runs from Busan Japan - Fukuoka exist. • Ship: The international passenger terminal port is Busan South Korea's largest sea port and many ferries to / Japan. Incheon International Ferry Terminal several ferries operating to cities in China as the second quarter, Qingdao, Dandong, Tianjin. Every week there is also sailing from Sokcho - Vladivostok Gangwondo to Dong Chun Ferry Company operate. Travelling around: • Aircraft: South Korea is small country so the domestic travel in the luxury air than the demand, unless the flight to Jeju Island. The two airlines took all domestic flights are Korean Air and Asiana no longer holds the monopoly by the two airlines cheap as Hansung Airlines and Jeju Air operate flights to Jeju, Busan cheaply than the KTX express train. • Trains: national rail company Korail connect major cities in Korea. Trains are now safe, fast and prices acceptable than before. The main problem is the bus which is still limited, especially in remote areas. KR Pass train ride card is issued from 2005 to visitors or foreigners living in Korea, allows unlimited travel in a given time on any train any of Korail, including the reservation is free. • Bus: Bus transportation is still the main Korea, connecting all cities and town. Bus rapid, punctual and fast but sometimes dangerous, so you remember to install the belts. Express bus to go the long route fairly quickly but the city bus to go more places. Incheon International Airport • Train: The main port is Incheon, Mokpo, Busan and Pohang. These attractions can be reached by boat is Jejudo and Ulleungdo. • Cars: In big cities like Seoul should not drive cars, because crowded roads, or traffic jams.   Korean Subway Where to go, what to play?  - The main areas:   North Chungcheong : the only region with surrounding land in the country. The area is surrounded by lakes and mountains. North Chungcheong with cities such as Cheongju, Chungju and the famous scenic resort Danyang, resorts Suanbo ... South Chungcheong: Delta with beautiful green rice fields. South Chungcheong have cities like Asan, Boryeong, Daejeon, Cheonan and many famous hot spring. Gangwon region - the beautiful natural landscape with Mount Seorak, national parks, the beach at the east coast and the ski resort. Regional Gyeonggi - surrounding Seoul and cities such as Suwon, Bundang, Gimpo, Incheon, Paju, Sanbon, Uijeongbu, Yongin. South Gyeongsang: famous for the beautiful city by the sea and the sacred temple as the temple city of Busan and Haeinsa. North Gyeongsang: Is the province's largest and richest historical and cultural landmarks of the Andong, Gyeongju and the Isles of Ulleungdo. Jeju: Not only the natives, many foreign tourists have been known to Jeju, the beautiful island country in southern South Korea, which is considered a "tourist paradise" for many years. The largest island in Korea (73 km wide, length 41 km) the climate is temperate oceanic with the hottest months is not too 33 degrees C, Jeju is a perfect destination for honeymoon couples married, is the preferred resting place of the foreign tourists. The number 20 golf courses on the island spoke to the strong development of tourism - recreation in Jeju. North Jeolla: The area is famous for traditional Korean dishes and the Gochang, Hwasun and Ganghwa. South Jeolla : A land of many islands, very suitable for fishing. The most famous is probably the city of Gwangju. - Cities: Seoul: South Korea's capital, is the largest city in Korea and one financial center - the culture of East Asia.Seoul has many famous palaces such as electricity Gyeongbok-gung, Changdeok-gung, gung-Deoksu ... many parks, pagodas, temples and famous Namsan Tower. Seoul also has amusement park Lotte World, Everland is suitable for both adults and children traveling. Busan: the second largest city and is Korea's largest port. The city also has several historic sites worth visiting as Geumjeong Fortress, but Busan is famous for the beaches, hot springs and nature reserves with the International Film Festival held each year. Daegu: 3rd largest city of Korea, known for its mountain peaks Birobong Pangongsan have the heart and sacred temples, beautiful. Daejeon: the capital of South Chungcheong and is the 5th largest city in Korea. Daejeon is a small amusement park Expoland in the heart of the city and is very active. Incheon: located on the coast just west of Seoul, is an industrial city and busiest port in Korea. Incheon is the transportation hub of both air and water, with major ports and international airports in the country.Incheon's Chinatown is the only official and in Korea. Jeonju: the capital of North Jeolla region, where the museum's largest traditional wine villages with traditional Korean Hanok, Hansol Paper Museum. Gwangju: A place where the bloody Gwangju massacre on 18.5.1980. The city is also famous for its traditional cuisine. To Gwangju, visitors can climb Mudeung, visit Art City, Ice Skating Stadium in Pung Am ... Gyeongju : is the capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom, a small peaceful town located in the southern Gyeongsang, Gyeongju Bulguksa known for beautiful and traditional house with cave Seokguram more sophisticated Buddha sculpture. Gyeongju has Mausoleum Royal Festival with Candy - traditional wine held in April to April each year. Chuncheon : the capital of Gangwon, North Korea easternmost province. Chuncheon pure tranquility, surrounded by rivers and hills with small villages. The city has Jungdo Island Museum and the famous Cartoons. - Other Attractions: Ulleungdo : islands in the western Korean peninsula. Best known as Bunji Nari Basin, exploitation Bongnae, beach Jugam Mongdol, Dokdo Museum, Park Yaksu Andong: cultural capital of the Korean spirit, the traditional gathering place in Korea over 2000 years.Around the city there are more than 280 cultural properties, most notably The traditional ethnic villages Hahoe Adam. Guinsa: the vast and remote temple in North Chungcheong, is the headquarters of the Buddhist sect Cheontae, once very strong in the 18th century but has now disappeared completely. Seoraksan National Park in Gangwon - is the attraction of foreign tourists Korean juggernaut. Mount Seorak (Seoraksan) has many cliffs and beautiful natural bath world famous. Panmunjeom - on the border between South and North Korea. Considered a living witness of the era of the Cold War, the village is located in the front line Panmunjeom of the Korean War. It has established the Demilitarized Zone DMZ - development tour. Jindo: Each year people gather here to watch the sea and the dichotomy involved in many major festivals. Yeosu: Known as a monastery Hyangiram, beautiful sea view. Yeosu also has to Dolsan, Odong islands, parks and markets Jasan Seo attractions. Purchase price Currency: - The current amount of Korean Won. - 1000 Won or about 15.000VND. - ATMs are everywhere, but the majority of ATMs in South Korea do not accept foreign cards, card only from the Global ATM. ATM can be found at airports, subway stations, supermarkets family .... Credit cards are widely accepted but the small motels or restaurants do not get Visa and MasterCard. - Korea has the second highest living standards in Asia, but still cheaper than Japan. Seoul especially a little bit expensive, but not in Tokyo. Shopping: - Korean ginseng is the capital of the world, where can buy ginseng, ginseng tea, or foods made ​​from ginseng is quite popular. Should herbs Gyeongdong market in Seoul to buy and choose a variety of ginseng. - Tourists often want to buy the home of traditional commodities, traditional costumes, handicrafts, paper kites, pottery .... The goods sold in many markets and souvenir shops. Insadong in Seoul is the best place for shopping, choices. The fashionable shopping center is popular in Seoul Dongdaemun Market, Rodeo Road and Myungdong Dokdong.Fashion goods in the market are often cheaper than many large stores, but most should not try to know the size before buying. - Everything related to antiques such as furniture, works of calligraphy, ceramics books for which there may come Jangangpyeong in Seoul, but the 50-year antiques can not take away from Korean territory. Electronics also has a lot, especially in Seoul and Busan. However, the electronic products are only in Korean. Korea is famous for Korean Wave movement spanning Southeast Asia, so if you want to buy the latest movie or the latest music album will be very easy to find However, most do not have subtitles.