The peninsular country of South Korea, along with its off-coastal island of Jeju in the south, is a destination of diverse cultures. Although smaller in size, the map of the “Land of Morning Calm” is labyrinthine with connectivity, economy and expansion, making it one of the four Asian Tigers.
The streets of Seoul show the juxtaposition of neon lights, K-pop beats, and Buddhist temples. The ancient capital of the Silla Dynasty, Gyeongju, is often paired with the port city, Busan. Jeju Island and its coastal city of Seogwipo present awe-inspiring views of waterfalls, lava tubes, volcanic landforms and the volcanic mountain, Hallassan.
