it was a place I had grown up..until I was 8 at least...
It is a place where the food is great, that's for sure.
Gal bi and bul go gi is an all time favorite, though if you're a vegetarian, then these, you want to stay away from, figuring they are all meat dishes..
Korea is a place filled with culture, and the people are proud of it. Each family celebrates the traditions of "suhl-nahl" a Korean new years where most year the traditional costumes of Korean history and follow customs that have been around for as far as anyone can remember.
With small stores littered all over the streets in every town and every county, selling everything that one needs, the country is full of little surprises. Cars are great, but things are usually within walking distance.
Elders are well-respected and the children are obedient...
then again, with all cultures, there are always exceptions, don't get me wrong...
The mountains are things of beauty, and worth being seen, as are the numerous amusement parks filled with countless, thrilling rides!
Music is a must in Korea, especially among the young.
With the revolutionary Seotaji to H.O.T, there are countless young Korean talent brewing day by day.
Historical buildings and events are well preserved and kept. They are a must to see, if you are visiting!
For such a small country, the place is cramped with people, and thousands of surprises.
Activities are not a problem, and places to visit are countless. Korea, is definitely not a country known for being boring!