Don't be fooled by the neon city lights—Korea is home to plenty of unspoiled terrain! From lakes and mountains to the famous hot springs and ski resorts, there are countless things to do and places to visit outside the main city areas. Do any of these tickle your fancy? After this lesson you'll be keen to do some sightseeing in Korea!
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Sightseeing in Korea
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국립 공원
guklib gongwon
national park
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스키장
seukijang
ski resort
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온천
oncheon
hot spring
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숲
sup
forest
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산
san
mountain
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호수
hosu
lake
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정원
jeongweon
garden
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바닷가
badatga
beach
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도시
dosi
city
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농가
nong-ga
farmhouse
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마을
ma-eul
village
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섬
seom
island
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협곡
hyeopgok
gorge
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강
gang
river
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밭
bat
field
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농장
nongjang
farm
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Feeling adventurous? These places and activities are for you thrill seekers and outdoor enthusiasts!
테마파크
tema pakeu
theme park
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워터파크
woteopakeu
water park
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스키장
seukijang
ski resort
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번지 점프
beonji jeompeu
bungee jumping
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스노우 보드
seunou bodeu
snow boarding
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카약
kayak
kayaking
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래프팅
raepeuting
rafting
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카누
kanu
canoeing
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캠핑
kaemping
camping
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패러 글라이딩
paereo geullaiding
paragliding
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하이킹
등산
haiking
deungsan
hiking
hiking
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For those of you interested in Korean culture and history, you can't miss out on visiting these places:
박물관
bakmulgwan
museum
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신전
siinjeon
temple / shrine
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궁전
gungjeon
palace
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역사 마을
yeoksa ma-eul
historical town
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If you are looking for some relaxation, try visiting these places:
온천 리조트
oncheon rijoteu
hot spring resort
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산악 리조트
san-ak rijoteu
mountain resort
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수족관
sujokgwan
aquarium
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골프 리조트
golpeu rijoteu
golf resort
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비치 리조트
bichi rijoteu
beach resort
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스파
seupa
spa
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Phew—that's a lot of excitement for one day! You might not be able to experience everything in today's lesson but whatever you decide to do, it's sure to be lots of fun. Good luck!
Here are a few recommended Korean lessons to try next!
- All about the parts of the body in Korean.
- This lesson is all about using a computer in Korean.
- Ice breaker! Talk about the weather in Korean!
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