Fri, 20 May 2016
Южная Корея расположена на южной части
Korean Peninsula in Northeast Asia. In the north she
bordered by the DPRK. In the west, the state goes to the Yellow Sea,
Japanese – in the east, and the Korean Strait in the southeast.
The landscape of South Korea is the most diverse, while 70% of it
the territory is covered by mountains. On the coastline is
over 3000 islands. On about. Chezhudo is located the highest in
The country’s mountain is Hallasan, whose height is about 1950 meters.
The population of South Korea is more than 50 million.
man and Koreans are the absolute majority. Also available
a small Chinese community numbering about 100 thousand
person.
In the country, most of the population uses to communicate
Korean literary language based on the Seoul dialect. Nearly
all signs in transport, in the street are duplicated in English,
however, the Koreans themselves almost do not own it.
The Korean Won is used in cash flow. Also eager for
payment services accept credit cards. On the market and in many
shops, dollars have the same circulation as the local won, but in
supermarkets and department stores do not accept them.
Buddhists make up 22.8% of the population, Christians – 29.3% (10.9 –
Catholics and 18.3% – Protestants). About 2.5% of residents profess
other religions.
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South Korea – the capital and major cities
The capital of South Korea – Seoul, is not only a metropolis, in
which is home to almost 50% of all Koreans, but also special
concentration of economic, intellectual and political
country life. Nearly всё, что, каким-то образом, влияет на жизнь
South Korea, happening in this city. In the capital are located
headquarters of the largest concerns, all research
centers and leading universities, there is almost all
intellectual, political and business elite.
Seoul – ultramodern and at the same time attractive ancient
city. He was almost wiped out after the Korean War and
almost completely restored after the 50s. This city is covered
the secret history of centuries-old temples, pagodas, palaces and gardens,
towers over a 12-lane road, shaded
flyovers. It has great public transport, very
cheap hotels and a huge number of all kinds
entertainment.
Like other Korean cities, Seoul is not very well thought out.
construction solutions and clear layout. Tourist accustomed to
the severity of the outlines of European cities, amazed by its chaos
building up.
Seoul, which has about 10.5 million inhabitants, is considered a symbol
modern South Korea, and the rest of its territory plays a role
garden, factory site and a national park with him.
There are still such big cities in the country: Incheon, Busan, Daegu,
Ulsan, Gwangju and Taejon.
South Korea – holidays and tours
In South Korea, a very varied excursion program. Can
go on excursion tours to ancient monasteries,
preserved buildings of ancient states, by natural
attractions and main cities of the country.
Beach holidays, diving, surfing, skiing are very popular
sports and thermal spas.
South Korea – Attractions
Lovers of antiquity and history will delight the royal palaces and temples,
whole ethnic villages and memorials. In Seoul, you can look at
Royal Palace Kekbokkun, near Andong – on the traditional
Hahre village (its inhabitants consciously limit themselves from
civilization ”, thus preserving the traditional way of life in everyday life), in
Kenju city – to the famous temple of Pulguksa and the ancient royal
tombs of the Silla dynasty.
There are huge national parks in South Korea. Here right on
trail, you can see a flock of striped chipmunks or squirrels, with
observation platforms in the mountains – picturesque valleys, cranes and white
storks in the fields with green rice. Lovers of short one-day
Mountain tracks in the west of the country you can visit the national park
Jirisan, lovers of sea cruises and funny manifestations of nature –
Hallyu National Park (near Busan), and photographers and
comfort lovers are recommended by Seraksan National Park
(the gondola lift brings tourists to the very top of the mountain).
South Korea – Weather (Climate)
A moderate monsoon climate prevails in South Korea. It is better
the weather is all spring and autumn – the gentle and warm sun,
clear and cloudless sky. In summer it is usually very hot (up to + 35 ° C) and
humid (frequent heavy rains in June-July). Winter is dry and
frosty (up to -10 ° C), but cold periods alternate with warm
by the weather.
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South Korea – cuisine
Korean cuisine is very similar to Chinese, also used
rice, flour products, vegetables and fish. Soy is widely used.
This nation does not use dairy products.
The main dish of any Korean meal is rice. It serves the most
various dishes, depending on the time of year and locality.
It is recommended to try such national dishes as kimchi
(spicy radish or sauerkraut), hwe (dish of raw fish) and
Kuksu (homemade noodles with chicken or meat
broth).
Koreans are very fond of pulgoks – roasted in a Dutch oven right in front
visitors at the table are slices of beef that are pre
were marinated in a mixture of sesame oil, soy sauce,
green onions, garlic and other seasonings.
South Korea – interesting facts
In the elevators of multi-storey buildings there is no 4th floor, since
Korean “sa” – “fourth”, sounds the same with the word
�”death”. Therefore, this floor is usually denoted by the letter “F” or
immediately after the third follows the fifth floor.
In this country, left-hand pedestrian traffic is better.
suited to Korean traditions. The left side is considered honorable,
so the Koreans are trying to bypass tourists from the right side (but not
with no exceptions).
There is no need to tip, as in most
cases they are already included in the cost of services (10%).
South Korea – visa
To enter South Korea, a visa must be issued on the basis of
invitations. Tourist visa is valid for 3
months. Consular fee will cost 20 USD. Those who visited
South Korea over the past two years, 4 times or more, allowed to enter
2 weeks without a visa.
South Korea – Embassy
103001, Moscow, Plyushchikha Street, 56, building 1 body. (+7
495) 783-27-27
Map of South Korea
