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Korea-Introduction
Since 1945, Korea has been divided into
two countries. The north is the Communist-ruled Democratic
People's Republic of Korea.  The
capitalist south is known as the Republic of Korea.
Not so long ago, following the devastation of a civil
war and World War II, South Korea was a very poor country.
Korea has since more than recovered, and today the country
has a thriving business community and openly welcomes
tourists. Visitors to Korea will find a mixture of ancient
historical building and modern structures and facilities.
The history of an ancient Eastern culture is well preserved
and readily appreciated by the visitor. The Korean landscape
is, in itself, reason enough to visit this country
South Korea is divided into nine provinces. Seoul is
located within the Kyonggi-do province. Clockwise from
there, the remaining provinces are: Kangwon-do, Kyongsangbuk-do,
Kyongsangnam-do (Pusan is located within this province),
Cheju-do (the island), Chollanam-do, Chollabuk-do, Ch'ungch'ongnam-do
and Ch'ungch'ongbuk-do.
Korea - Major Destinations
Busan (Pusan)
Busan is emerging as the 21st century's maritime capital
of not only Korea but also entire Asia. The city is
hosting the 14th Asian Games as well as a World Cup
Soccer match in the year 2002, making it a sure hotspot
for the travelers and sports lovers alike. Busan has
numerous culturally attractive tourism resources characteristic
and distinctive enough not to be found in any other
city in the world. Its scenic coastal areas and clean
sandy beaches located near downtown areas will add joyous
memories to those who visit. Rock-climbing can be experienced,
without having to travel far from the downtown core
district. A variety of ecological resources may be found,
about which, a number of world-renowned ecologists have
given unstinted praise.
Seoul
Capital of South Korea, Seoul is also the most popular
travel center in Europe. The city was venue of 1988
Olympics and it is again going to organize 2002 world
cup matches. The city, one of the largest in the world,
houses almost 25% of total population in South Korea.
A visitor with time to spare might visit the Kyongbokkung
Palace, relic of Korea's vanished monarchy, or the Sejong
Cultural Center, and all visitors should visit the modern
city, a thriving, industrial metropolis.
Cheju Island
Also known as the place of fantasy or mystery, Cheju
Island is located in the Southwest Sea of the Korean
peninsula. The island is most beautiful in Korea and
gives you a chance to look over the famous roots of
Cheju island that make it so mysterious and fantastic
that everyone wants to come here.
Kyongju
A world heritage site, Kyongju was once the capital
of the Shilla Kingdom. The place is a repository of
ancient cultural treasures housed in numerous national
treasures and carefully preserved historical sites.
Kyongju is really an open-air museum full of tombs,
temples, shrines, the remains of palaces, pleasure gardens,
castles, Buddhist statuary and even an observatory.
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