South Korea

Palaces, K-culture and island volcanoes.

This is a first draft of the South Korea list. The full region guide is being written, and tiers may still change.

The Short List

Cities · UNESCO

Five palaces, Bukchon's old houses, and high-tech energy.

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Must-See

Heritage · Cold War

Tours to the world's most tense border.

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Must-See

Heritage · UNESCO

The Silla kingdom's capital, a museum without walls.

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Nature · UNESCO

A volcanic island of lava tubes and famous women divers.

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Worth a Detour

Cities · Beaches

A coastal city with cliff temples and Gamcheon's painted village.

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Mountains · Hiking

Spectacular fall color.

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If You're Nearby

Cities · Food

A traditional hanok town and home of bibimbap.

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Grey pins: guides still being written.