South Korea

South Korea

South Korea / officially the Republic of Korea, is a sovereign country located in the southern part of the Korean Peninsula. The name "Korea" is derived from the Goryeo Dynasty, the dynasty that ruled in the Middle Ages. It is bordered by China to the west, Japan to the east, North Korea to the north, and the Korea Strait to the south.

South Korea covers an area of ​​97,100 square kilometers, or about 45% of the southern part of the Korean peninsula that is located in eastern Asia. South Korea has only land borders with North Korea in the north, and its maritime borders are: the Sea of ​​Japan to the east, and the Yellow Sea to the west , And the East China Sea from the south, and the Korean Strait in the southeastern part, separating it from the Japanese island of Tsushima, and its capital is the city of Seoul, and the won currency is trading in its cash transactions.

Hills and mountains abound in the eastern part of South Korea, like the Tepic Mountains, while in the west the undulating coastal plains that constitute only 30% of the area are spread, as these lands are considered arable, and South Korea includes thousands of islands in the western and southern coasts, in addition to narrow channels, The rivers, such as the Kum, Han, and Nanktung rivers, and the extinct volcanic mountain Hallasan on Jeju Island, represent the highest point in South Korea, rising 1,950 meters above sea level.

South Korea ranks 28th in terms of population in the world, with the population in 2019 reaching 51.34 million, with a high population density of 503 people per square kilometer, because about 70% of its area is not habitable due to its mountainous nature, in addition to The rapid migration of urban areas resulting from rapid economic expansion, and the city of Seoul is the largest city in terms of population, with a population of just under 10 million people, with a population density of 14,000 people per square kilometer, while Busan is in The second largest population density of 8,500 people Per square kilometer, 99% of the South Korean population is considered Korean, that is, race is homogeneous.

South Korea came under Chinese control until 1910 AD, and then Japanese colonial rule began until 1945 AD, meaning for 35 years, when Japan's control over it ended when Japan surrendered to the allies at the end of World War II. Korea was divided into two parts: North Korea, which was established on September 9 of the year 1948 AD, and South Korea, which was founded on August 15 of the same year, as the region was at the time under the influence of the Soviet Union, and the United States.

South Korea was invaded by North Korea on June 25, 1950 AD, and then negotiations began to end the war and armistice in 1951 by the United States and the United Nations, and China intervened to support North Korea in the same year. The demilitarized zone was formed after the conclusion of the peace negotiations on 27 July 1953 in the Panmunjom area.

South Korean government leadership changed after the end of the Korean War, due to its internal instability in that period. South Korea experienced economic growth when Major Park Chung received the military coup in the 1970s, but political freedoms were limited during that period.

South Korea was exposed to internal instability again during the 1980s, after Park was assassinated in 1979. Roh Tae Woo assumed power in South Korea from 1987 AD to 1992 AD, and then he took over Kim Yong Sam.

South Korea has developed socially and economically, and has become more politically stable since the beginning of the 1990s.

* * Tourist attractions in South Korea: -

1- Namhanansong Fortress: It is located on the top of Namhan Mountain in Namhanansong Regional Park, where it was considered one of the largest fortresses 2,000 years ago, which was protecting the capital of South Korea at that time.

2- Gopongon, Chang Yong: - This grassy field contains more than 180 tombs dating back to the fifth and sixth centuries, and the fields appear as small hills.

3- Obo Wetlands: - The largest swamp in South Korea covers 5,500 square kilometers, and is also home to more than 1,000 species of living organisms.

4- Yonghua Beach: - Huaxion streams contribute to the availability of sea water and fresh water in Yonghua Beach at the same time, so fresh seafood abounds in it.

 5- Cheongyun Waterfalls: An annual festival is held in these waterfalls, whose name means blessing of the gods, as it was believed to be the place where the earth communicates with the sky.

** South Korea is famous for:

It is famous for developed countries with a high standard of living. It ranks fourth with the largest economy in Asia, and its economy is largely dependent on export and production of cars, electronic devices, smartphones, machines, ships, robots, and petrochemicals.

It is famous for its national parks and popular places, such as the first National Park of Greesh and tea fields.

  

It is famous for the development of science and technology in it, among which the most important are: research and development projects, airspace research, and the sending of satellites in space missions, which numbered about ten moons.

She is known for his sport of taekwondo and martial arts. It is famous for its many skyscrapers