The Rough Guide to Korea
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The Rough Guide to Korea

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  1. 392 pages
  2. English
  3. PDF
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF

The Rough Guide to Korea

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About this book

The Rough Guide to Korea is the ultimate travel guide to this fascinating peninsula, with clear maps and detailed coverage of all the best tourist attractions. Discover Korea's highlights with stunning photography and insightful descriptions of everything from Seoul's wonderful palaces and hectic nightlife scene to the fishing islands of the West and South Seas, as well as a chapter devoted to North Korea. Find detailed practical advice on what to see and do in Korea, relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels, bars, clubs, shops and restaurants for all budgets. The Rough Guide to Korea also includes full-colour sections and describes the country's famously spicy food, plus a guide to hiking in its many national parks. In addition, a detailed history section gives a thorough account of the country's dynastic past, while a language guide will ensure that you find your way around this enchanting land.

Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Korea.

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Table of contents

  1. Contents 3
  2. INTRODUCTION 4
  3. Where to go 6
  4. When to go 12
  5. Things not to miss 14
  6. Itineraries 24
  7. BASICS 26
  8. Getting there 27
  9. Getting around 29
  10. Accommodation 33
  11. Food and drink 35
  12. The media 43
  13. Festivals 43
  14. Sports and outdoor activities 44
  15. Culture and etiquette 46
  16. Travel essentials 48
  17. THE GUIDE 56
  18. 1 Seoul 56
  19. 2 Gyeonggi 114
  20. 3 Gangwon 136
  21. 4 Gyeongsang 164
  22. 5 Jeolla 218
  23. 6 Chungcheong 252
  24. 7 Jeju Island 282
  25. Basics 314
  26. 8 North Korea 320
  27. CONTEXTS 340
  28. History 341
  29. Religion 356
  30. Film 360
  31. Books 364
  32. A–Z of contemporary Korea 366
  33. Korean 371
  34. SMALL PRINT & INDEX 383