Cities and regions／South Korea
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Seoul

Seoul is the capital of South Korea and a reference point for locating the country in East Asia. Korean is the recorded language and the South Korean won its currency. The city can also serve as an alternative base if visits to areas near the Demilitarized Zone are cancelled.

Seoul
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The place

What makes it special

  • Capital of South Korea.
  • A reference point for understanding the division of the peninsula from South Korea.
Seoul
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Seoul
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Articles in Seoul

Guides to this place

2 articles

Seoul

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Guides to this place

2 related guides

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South Korea: essential facts and a note of caution when planning flights

South Korea is in East Asia, and Seoul is its capital. Language, currency and a historical airport listing help put the trip in context, but do not confirm current flights.

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Pyongyang skyline seen from an elevated public viewpoint.

North Korea travel should wait while restrictions remain

The question is not finding a tour: it is accepting that entry, transport, communication and consular assistance may change without warning and remain beyond the traveller’s normal control.

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Profile updated: 05/10/2026