Destinations: <span>South Korea</span>

Even though South Korea may not yet be the top tourist destination for many people worldwide, there are many good reasons to travel to the land of the morning calm.

Every tourist and backpacker is enticed to explore the illusive, exotic land of South Korea and its numerous wonders. When making a short list of locations to visit in South Korea, which provides such an incredible variety of undiscovered nature attractions and urban delights, you'll be spoiled for choice.

There are chic cities and traditional folk towns, lovely islands, and breath-taking natural landscapes. Here is a list of our best recommendations for locations to visit in South Korea, from the well-known to the lesser-known, from rural villages, large Buddhist temples & palaces, old fortifications, and high-tech urban centers.