South Korea is a cultural and economic miracle wrapped in a relatively small peninsula. This is where ancient palaces sit comfortably beside gleaming skyscrapers, where fermented cabbage has achieved cult status, and where a film about class warfare can sweep the Oscars. From the frenetic energy of Seoul to the volcanic drama of Jeju Island, South Korea offers travelers a chance to witness a nation that has transformed itself from war-torn poverty to global cultural powerhouse in just decades.

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