South Korea remains one of the least explored East Asian countries, with most visitors not venturing further than its capital Seoul and the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) buffer between North and South Korea. But the ‘Land of the Morning Calm’ lives up to its name with vast open spaces, peaceful scenic walks and eclectic wellness experiences interspersed between cosmopolitan cities, modern high-rises and ancient palaces.
Situated on the southern portion of the Korean Peninsula, the country has much to offer any traveller. And those over 50 will enjoy its relaxed pace with many finding themselves falling love with the country’s people and culture.
South Korea’s land mass is over 100,000 square kilometres, including approximately 3,000 islands (the majority small and uninhabited). Its narrowest point is just 175 kilometres wide. The country is bounded on the east by Sea of Japan, the south by the East China Sea and the west by the Yellow Sea. Its only land border is with North Korea with a 250-kilometre-long by four-kilometre-wide DMZ in between, established after the 1953 armistice.