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2 days ago · The capital is Seoul (Sŏul). After being destroyed by fire in 2008, Seoul's Namdaemun (“Great South Gate”) was restored and reopened in 2013. South Korea faces North Korea across a demilitarized zone (DMZ) 2.5 miles (4 km) wide that was established by the terms of the 1953 armistice that ended fighting in the Korean War (1950–53).
- Plant and Animal Life
South Korea - Flora, Fauna, Ecology: The long, hot, humid...
- Armed Forces and Security
South Korea - Military, Security, Defense: South Korea...
- Settlement Patterns
In contrast to rural areas, urban populations have grown...
- The Sixth Republic
South Korea - Politics, Economy, Culture: In the...
- Farming, Forestry, Fishing
Much of the country’s manufacturing is centred on Seoul and...
- Kangwŏn
Gangwon, do (province), northeastern South Korea.It is...
- Plant and Animal Life
3 days ago · Korea then became a Japanese colony from 1910 to 1945. Korean resistance manifested in the widespread March 1st Movement of 1919. Thereafter the resistance movements, coordinated by the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea in exile, became largely active in neighboring Manchuria, China proper, and Siberia .
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3 days ago · The 1988 Summer Olympics (Korean: 1988년 하계 올림픽), officially known as the Games of the XXIV Olympiad (제24회 올림픽경기대회) and commonly known as Seoul 1988 (서울 1988), was an international multi-sport event held from 17 September to 2 October 1988 in Seoul, South Korea. 159 nations were represented at the games by a total of 8,391 athletes (6,197 men and 2,194 women). 237 events were held and 27,221 volunteers helped to prepare the Olympics.
- Harmony and Progress, (화합과 전진)
- Seoul, South Korea
- 237 in 23 sports (31 disciplines)
- Seoul Olympic Stadium
1 day ago · Seoul's average annual population growth rate during the late 1980s was more than 3%. Two-thirds of this growth was attributable to migration rather than to natural increase. Surveys revealed that "new employment or seeking a new job," "job transfer," and "business" were major reasons given by new immigrants for coming to the capital.
- 4.9 births/1,000 population (2022 est.)
- 0.24% (2022 est.)
- 7.3 deaths/1,000 population (2022 est.)
- 51,628,117 (2022 est.)
3 days ago · Seoul is widely regarded as a safe city for travelers. With low crime rates and a strong emphasis on public safety, visitors can explore the city with a sense of security and ease. Read also: 32 Facts about Handan. Seoul's captivating blend of ancient traditions and modern marvels makes it a must-visit destination.
5 days ago · Korean language, language spoken by more than 75 million people, of whom 48 million live in South Korea and 24 million in North Korea. There are more than 2 million speakers in China, approximately 1 million in the United States, and about 500,000 in Japan. Korean is the official language of both South Korea (Republic of Korea) and North Korea ...
4 days ago · How To Stay Connected: Pre-order a Korean Sim Card or a WiFi Router to collect on-arrival at Incheon Airport (desks open 24-hours). Alternatively, download a Korean eSIM for you travels. Where To Stay: For Seoul, I recommend Myeongdong (convenient), Hongdae (cool culture) or Gangnam (shopping).
