South Korea Action & adventure, Coastal, Museum + People pictures

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The volcanic Jeju Island has an otherworldly charm, with ancient villages, a wealth of natural beauty and quirky museums and attractions all awaiting discovery. 

Choose between salt water and fresh water at this gorgeous white-sand beach, which has ocean on one side and a scenic lake on the other. 

Fine golden sand, lively restaurants, a sky walk and lively music festivals make this a popular beach in southern Busan. 

This serene corner of Namsan Park displays an abundance of tree and plant species native to Korea in a series of themed gardens.

Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

Stunning city views, an aquarium, shops and restaurants are part of this futuristic tower that looms over the southern banks of the Han River.

Admire a treasure trove of precious relics from the Silla dynasty in the former capital of the ancient Korean millennial kingdom.

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

Uncover the secrets of the ancient Joseon Dynasty at one of South Korea’s oldest traditional houses, which has now been converted into a fascinating museum.

With its exhibits ranging from aquatic creatures to maritime industries and seafaring vessels, this museum showcases the power and importance of the ocean.

Stay overnight and participate in the activities of this historic temple, trek up the mountain and admire the elegant nine-story pagoda.

Uncover the secrets of the ancient Joseon Dynasty at one of South Korea’s oldest traditional houses, which has now been converted into a fascinating museum.

Spend time in this huge green space, which was created on an old U.S. army base and today boasts a plethora of attractions alongside abundant nature.

Enjoy swimming, surfing and live music events during the warm summer months at this quiet beach situated on Busan’s east coast. 

Enjoy swimming, surfing and live music events during the warm summer months at this quiet beach situated on Busan’s east coast. 

From conventional to unique, this park/art gallery offers pleasant outdoor walks, beautiful sea and sky views, and thought-provoking installation or performance art.

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

Site of the 2005 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation conference, this Busan landmark has both modern architecture and a role in history on display in an elegant park.

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

Experience the spectacular views from this cliff-top road and village, where the sunsets and moon rises are legendary across South Korea.