Geography
South Korea is in Eastern Asia, Asia. Its listed coordinates are 37, 127.5; it has North Korea.
Neighboring countries: North Korea
Asia
South Korea
South Korea is a country in Eastern Asia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Seoul
- Continent
- Asia
- Region
- Eastern Asia
- Population
- 51.2 million
- Area
- 100,210 km²
- Currency
- South Korean won (KRW)
- Official language
- Korean
- Calling code
- +82
- Internet TLD
- .kr
- Time zone
- UTC+09:00
South Korea map preview: 37.00, 127.50
People and Culture
South Korea uses Korean in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in South Korea varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
South Korea is recorded with the official name Republic of Korea. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Seoul
- Eastern Asia cultural and historic sites
- Asia map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Seoul
- Time zone data: UTC+09:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- South Korea is grouped under Asia.
- South Korea has a listed area of 100,210 km².
- South Korea is listed as a UN member.
FAQs about South Korea
What is the capital of South Korea?
The capital of South Korea is Seoul.
What continent is South Korea in?
South Korea is in Asia.
What currency does South Korea use?
South Korea uses the South Korean won.
What language is spoken in South Korea?
Korean is listed for South Korea in this database.