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Hip Guide to South Korea

South Korea is a heavily industrialized and densely populated country west of Japan, and east of China, with North Korea along its northern border. During the loast 40 years South Korea has become a world economic power by produceing and exporting quaity electronic goods. South Korea is an advanced modern country with all the amenities todays travelers expect. The cuisine is distinctive and their arts show signs of Buddhist and Confucian influence.

Whether you come for a quick visit or extended tour, you will find a wealth of information about destinations here. The Hip Guide to South Korea offers the highlights of the country, and contains many tips for making your stay here more rewarding.

The Hip Guide to South Korea is your source for hotel reservations, tourist information, events, reviews, shopping and much more. Don't forget to visit our South Korea Photo Gallery! Bookmark this site, and visit whenever you need to find out what's happening in South Korea.

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South Korea Map

Use this handy interactive map to explore South Korea. Double-click to zoom in, click and drag to move the map around.


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South Korea Public Holidays 2012

1 Jan    New Year's Day
22 Jan    Seollal Day 1
23 Jan    Seollal Day 2
24 Jan    Seollal Day 3
1 Mar    Independence Day
5 Apr    Arbor Day
28 Apr    Buddha's Birthday
1 May    Labor Day         
5 May    Children's Day
8 May    Parents' Day
6 Jun    Memorial Day
17 Jul    Constitution Day
15 Aug    Liberation Day
29 Sep    Mid-Autumn Festival Day 1
30 Sep    Mid-Autumn Festival Day 2
1 Oct    Armed Forces Day         
1 Oct    Mid-Autumn Festival Day 3
3 Oct    National Foundation Day
9 Oct    Hangeul Proclamation Day
24 Dec    Christmas Eve
25 Dec    Christmas Day
31 Dec    New Year's Eve