Tailor made holidays to South Korea

Holidays in South Korea

South Korea is often compared to Japan but nothing is further from the truth. The country might share many characteristics with its prosperous neighbour but in culture, cuisine and history South Korea is a land with its own distinct identity.

Seoul is the throbbing financial and industrial centre of South Korea. This metropolis is one of Asia's most important cities, and most tourists will arrive here. Seoul warrants exploration for its twenty-first century architecture that sits admirably with temples hundreds of years old.

Outside of Seoul the country has very strong scenic qualities, replete with architectural and historical treasures. The most notable being the Tripitaka Koreana, a collection of 13th century printing blocks inscribed with Buddhist texts.

Just off the coast, particularly the south, are literally hundreds of islands, ranging in size from rocky outcrops, home to puffins, to semi-tropical sandy paradises to the large volcanic island of Jeju-do with its unique culture and dialect. The South coast itself contains some wonderful stretches of white sands, and enjoys a sub-tropical climate that makes for a fantastic beach holiday.