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Essential South Korea information
Capital : Seoul
South Korea is the 3rd economic power in Asia and an essential market on the international stage. With 52.2 million inhabitants, approximately half of whom live in the capital region of Seoul, the country has a dynamic economy driven by semiconductors, automotive, and IoT sectors.
Weather in Seoul
Updated : 2026-04-21 19:30 ⟳
12.1°C
Clair
Feels like : 10.2°C
Humidity : 58%
Practical travel information
Population : 52,200,000
Languages :
- Coréen
Currency : ₩ (South Korean Won)
Continent : Asia
Area : km²
Coordinates : Lat: 37.57, Lng: 126.98
Government : Presidential Republic
National day : August 15 - Liberation Day
Essential preparations
Timezone : Asia/Seoul
Calling code : +82
Internet domain : .kr
Tap water : safe
Driving : Right
Tipping : Not mandatory, generally not practiced
Emergency numbers :
- Police : 112
- Ambulance : 119
- Fire brigade : 119
Electricity : 220V / 60Hz / Plugs : Type C, Type F
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