Embassies

South Korea

Korea National Tourism

South Korea Hotels

Korean Air

Asiana Airlines

Incheon International Airport

Seoul Style

South Korea's tool for northern diplomacy

A 66 square kilometre industrial complex just over the border is an important part of reconciliatory efforts between South Korea and the North. It is important to the economy as well, but its diplomatic significance runs far deeper.

The Kaesong Industrial Complex is the only industrial special administrative region that still exists as a joint agreement between North and South Korea. Following the sinking of the ROKS Cheonan, relations between the two countries deteriorated significantly, with South Korea accusing the North of the attack and the North subsequently denying involvement. Read more

Buddhist temples, mountain climbing, hiking, beautiful scenery, hot springs, food, beaches, palaces, casinos, museums, snow skiing, national parks, cultural performances and shopping are all to be found in South Korea.

The country's age-old search for tranquillity lingers in the shards of traditional culture and pockets of unspoiled scenery that remain. Visitors can experience such calm in the Bulguksa Temple in Gyeongju, from atop Namsan in the heart of Seoul or while gazing at the moon from a coastal pavilion.

South Korea Tourism

JoongAng Ilbo

The Korea Herald

The Korea Times

Yonhap News

Seoul News

Official Site

External Affairs Ministry

Korea Yellow Pages