Insight Guides South Korea

Let us guide you on every step of your travels. From deciding when to go, to choosing what to see when you arrive, Insight Guide South Korea, is all you need to plan your trip and experience the best of South Korea, with in-depth insider information on must-see, top attractions like Gyeongju, Dadohae Haesang Maritime National Park, Hahoe Folk Village, N Seoul Tower and Changdeokgung Palace, and hidden cultural gems like Haein-sa Temple. This book is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences, from exploring Beomeo-sa, Yongsan and the National Museum of Korea, to discovering Jagalchi Fish Market and Bukhansan. - In-depth on history and culture: explore the region's vibrant history and culture, and understand its modern-day life, people and politics - Excellent Editor's Choice: uncover the best of South Korea, which highlights the most special places to visit around the region - Invaluable and practical maps: get around with ease thanks to detailed maps that pinpoint the key attractions featured in every chapter - Informative tips: plan your travels easily with an A to Z of useful advice on everything from climate to tipping - Inspirational colour photography: discover the best destinations, sights, and excursions, and be inspired by stunning imagery - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Seoul, Gyeonggi, Gangwon, Chungcheong, Gyeongsang, Gyeongsangbuk, Gyeongsangnam, Jeolla and Jeju-do About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

This South Korea guidebook is ideal for travellers seeking inspirational guides and planning a more extended trip. It provides interesting facts about South Korea's people, history and culture and detailed coverage of the best places to see. This South Korea travel book has the style of an illustrated magazine to inspire you and give a taste of South Korea. The book is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet FSC's strict environmental and social standards. This South Korea guidebook covers: Seoul, Gyeonggi, and Gangwon, Gyeonggi Province, Gangwon Province, Chungcheong Provinces, Gyeongsangbuk Province, Gyeongsangnam Province, Jeolla and Jeju-do. In this South Korea travel guidebook, you will find: Unique essays - country history and culture, and modern-day life, people and politics South Korea highlights - Changdeokgung Palace (Seoul), Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), Gyeongju, Seoraksan National Park (Gangwon), Insadong Shopping Street (Seoul), N Seoul Tower, Manjang Cavern (Jeju), Haein-sa Temple (Gyeongsangnam), Dadohaehaesang Maritime National Park (Jeollanam), Hahoe Folk Village (Gyeongsangbuk) Practical travel information - getting there and around, budgeting, eating out, shopping, public holidays, information for LGBTQ+ travellers and more When to go to South Korea - high season, low season, climate information and festivals Insider recommendations - tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots Main attractions & curated places - narrative descriptions of where to go and what to see, covered geographically Tips and facts - interesting facts about South Korea and useful insider tips High-quality maps of South Korea - must-see places cross-referenced to colourful maps for quick orientation Colour-coded chapters - each place chapter has its own colour assigned to aid easy navigation of this South Korea travel guide Striking pictures - rich, inspirational colour photography on all pages, capturing attractions, nature, people and historical features Free download of title's eBook - available after purchase of the printed guidebook to South Korea Fully updated post-COVID-19 This South Korea guidebook is just the tool you need to get under the skin of the destination and accompany you on your trip. It also makes a great gift because of its premium quality. This book will inspire you and answer all your questions while preparing a trip to South Korea or along the way. It will also remain a beautiful souvenir after your trip.

Go shopping at any hour of the day in Seoul's trendsetting Myeongdong district, explore the ancient Buddhist temple of Bulguk-sa in Gyeongju and enjoy the Boryeong Mud Festival with Insight Guide South Korea - a comprehensive guide to helping you decide what to see and do in this beguiling country. Insight Guide South Korea explores the history, people and culture of the country in detail, so you can discover everything you need to know about Korean street food, discern traditional pagoda architecture and learn what to expect from a Korean bathhouse. In-depth chapters cover South Korea's cities and landscapes, from pulsating Seoul to the remote islands of the Jeolla Provinces - alongside hundreds of beautiful pictures and detailed mapping. The Best Of section helps you to prioritise what to see and the Travel Tips offer selective listings of where to stay and eat out, plus essential advice on what you need to know before you go and how to get around the country once you are there.

With a wealth of history and ancient ruins, diverse culture, arts and cuisine, some lively capital cities, the dramatic Andes, idyllic beaches, and enthrallingly diverse wildlife, South America is an amazingly rich continent to discover. Be inspired to visit with our new Insight Guide South America, a comprehensive full-colour guide to this captivating continent. An updated new edition by our expert authors. Stunning photography brings this delightful continent and its people to life. Highlights of the continent's top attractions, from colourful capitals like Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires to Easter Island, Iguaz Falls, Lake Titicaca and the Amazon Rainforest. Descriptive region-by-region accounts cover the whole continent from Caracas to the Galpagos Islands, the Andean Desert to Tierra del Fuego. Detailed, high-quality maps throughout will help you get around and the A-Z section will give you all the essential information for planning a memorable trip. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. 'Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine

A guide to Korea, providing background on the history, people, and culture of the country; featuring maps and information about places of interest; and including practical travel tips on topics such as dining, transportation, accommodations, and entertainment.

Discover Korea withthe most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to wander between bustling markets and malls in Seoul, island-hop the West Seaarchipelago or set foot in infamous Pyongyang, The Rough Guide to Korea will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way. -Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget. - Full-colour chapter maps throughout - to find your way amid Seoul's maze of skyscrapers or discover Busan's bustling fish markets without needing to get online. - Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography. Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of the best sights andexperiences in Korea. - Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip. Detailed coverage - this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Seoul, Pyongyang, Sokcho, Gyeongju, Busan, Incheon,Suwon, Mokpo, Jeju Island, Danyang, Jeonju, Samcheok, Jeongdongjin. Attractions include: the DMZ, Gwangjang Market, Jirisan National Park, West Sea islands, Changdeokgung, Seoraksan National Park, Guinsa, Kumsusan Memorial Palace of the Sun, Pyongyang Water Park. - Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, the media, festivals, sports, culture, etiquette and more. -Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, religion, film, books and contemporary Korea, as well as a helpful language section and glossary. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Korea . About Rough Guides : Escape the everyday with Rough Guides. We are aleading travel publisher known for our "tell it like it is" attitude,up-to-date content and great writing. Since 1982, we've published books covering more than 120 destinations around the globe, with an ever-growingseries of ebooks, a range of beautiful, inspirational reference titles, and anaward-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.

Insight Guides are renowned for their great pictures, which vividly convey a sense of everyday life. Expert writers bring to life South Korea's history, culture, arts, politics and, above all, its people. From the misty peaks of Seoraksan to the neon lights of downtown Seoul, and from the beaches of Jeju-do to the temples of Gyeongju, it's all here.