Beauty of Korea

It is not surprising that tourists from all over the world are flocking to South Korea because of its wonderful mixture of the traditional and the modern and the sheer beauty of nature infused with the most advanced engineering marvels of the 21st century. The Korean peninsula will never be seen the same way again as it has firmly been placed in tourist maps and has become one of the most desirable places to visit in Asia.

The following are some of the more popular sites which are really worth visiting in South Korea:
Andong is the town which used to be where the aristocrats and their old ways of life have flourished. Antiques and relics of Korean culture are showcased in the Andong village and the Folk Museum located in the town. There are restaurants within the vicinity which serve traditional Korean food. The famous Confucian Institute, Dosan Seowon, is located north of Andong. The Hahoe Maeul Folk Village is located west of Andong. It is in this village where the Mask Dance Festival is held every autumn. This show is simply a must-see for any tourist.