🇰🇷 South Korea

Republic of Korea

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Basic Information

Capital
Seoul
Region
Asia / Eastern Asia
Population
51,633,793
Area
100,210 km²
Currencies
South Korean won (â‚©)
Languages
Korean

About South Korea

The Korean Peninsula has a rich history stretching back to the Lower Paleolithic period, with early kingdoms documented in Chinese records as early as the 7th century BC. Throughout the first millennium, various states emerged, eventually coalescing into the Three Kingdoms of Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla, each vying for dominance. Silla ultimately unified much of the peninsula in the late 7th century AD, marking a significant turning point in Korean history. The subsequent Goryeo dynasty established a lasting cultural and political foundation for the nation, influencing its identity for centuries to come. The Joseon dynasty, lasting from 1392 to 1897, fostered advancements in culture, economy, and science, leaving a profound legacy on modern South Korea.

Codes & Identifiers

ISO 3166-1 Alpha-2
KR
ISO 3166-1 Alpha-3
KOR
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Political Information

System of Government
Presidential Republic
Independent
Yes
UN Member
Yes

Neighboring Countries

Additional Flags & Symbols

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