Annyeong!

South Korea
By: May Ann Pintoy
 There are many reasons why the country Korea should be in your bucket list. We
all know that Korea have a beautiful places, delicious food and Great Culture and
Tradition that you must experience. First, let me tell you about the country Korea. The
country Korea is known as one of the most beautiful places in Asia and one of the top
tourists’ destinations. So if you are planning to go on a vacation, you must go in Korea
and experience different places, foods, and culture.
The Country Korea has many beautiful places that you must go. For example the
most famous Jeju Island, also known as the "Island of the Gods," is a popular vacation
spot for Koreans and many Japanese. Jeju Island is known for having a beautiful rock
formation and beautiful landscapes. There are many activities that you can do in Jeju
Island like Swimming, diving and Hiking. Busan is also one of the places that you must
go in Korea. Busan is a province in Korea. It is known as one of the most beautiful
province in South Korea because of the beautiful bridge, sea, and temple. One of the
things that you must experience when you go in South Korea is to go in N Seoul Tower,
if you are a fan of K-drama you know what is N Seoul Tower. Namsan Seoul Tower was
the first tower-type tourism spot in Korea. The tower was first established as a broadcast
tower to send out TV and radio signals in 1969. As of now, it has become one of the
representative landmarks and multi-cultural venues in Seoul.
One of the reasons why the tourists go to South Korea is to taste their variety of
foods. The most famous Korean food is Kimchi, kimchi is a a staple in Korean cuisine, is
a traditional side dish made from salted and fermented vegetables, most commonly napa
cabbage and Korean radishes, with a variety of seasonings including chili powder,
scallions, garlic, ginger, and jeotgal. Samgyeopsal is also one of the famous Korean food.
Samgyeopsal is or grilled pork belly is a type of gui in Korean cuisine. Korean cuisine
has a wide variety of traditional alcoholic beverages, known as sul. Soju is one of the
traditional alcoholic beverages.
Throughout Korean history and culture, regardless of separation, the traditional
beliefs of Korean Shamanism, Mahayana Buddhism and Confucianism have remained an
underlying influence of the religion of the Korean people as well as a vital aspect of their
culture. If you are going to Korea, you must go to their temple. Korean people is very
polite, hospitable, and courteous. A traditional Korean combat sport, ssireum has evolved
from a survival tactic during ancient times to a form of entertainment enjoyed during
festivals and holiday celebrations today. Korean traditions including wedding culture,
food traditions, traditional folk wrestling (Ssireum), holiday traditions, Jangseung culture,
social customs and etiquette.