Korean Cities & Korean Provinces
South Korea has 9 provinces and 7 metropolitan cities. Seoul is the capital of South Korea and boasts the largest population of almost 10.5 million people.
Korean Cities & Korean Provinces |
Seoul
Population: 10,300,000
Description:
Seoul is the capital city of South Korea with the greater metropolitan area being home to more than 22 million people. Seoul was home to the 1988 Seoul Summer Olympics. Seoul is rich in history and culture and has many annual festivals. Seoul is one of South Korea’s most expensive places to live and serves as the economic engine of the country.
Busan
Population : 3,650,000
Description:
Busan also referred to as Pusan, is South Korea’s second-largest city. Busan is home to Busan Port, one of the world’s largest harbors, and a number of world-class festivals and tourist attractions.
Daegu
Population: 2,700,000
Description:
Daegu is South Korea’s third-largest city and the self-proclaimed fashion capital of the country. Daegu is known for its hot summers and trendy markets. Daegu Considered being the home of Korean baseball. Daegu also hosts numerous national and international festivals.
Incheon
Population: 1,466,000
Description:
Incheon is South Korea’s fourth-largest city and is linked to Seoul by the Seoul Metro. Incheon has been a rapidly advancing city over the past few decades which is why much of the city appears newly developed. Incheon is home to some very unique coastal areas and several annual international festivals and events.
Gwangju
Population: 1,450,000
Description:
Gwangju is South Korea’s fifth largest city and is considered one of the major economic, political and cultural centers of South Korea since 57 BC. It’s a very culturally rich city with the home to a large number of festivals and events.
Daejeon
Population: 1,440,000
Description:
South Korea’s sixth largest city is Daejeon. Daejeon is the capital of South Chungcheong and home to Expo 93. Daejeon is centrally located in Korea which provides easy travel routes to other regions in the country. There are many relaxing parks throughout Daejeon.
Ulsan
Population: 1,100,000
Description:
South Korea’s smallest metropolitan city is Ulsan. Ulsan is situated on the East Sea (also known as the Sea of Japan) and is home to Ulsan Munsu Football Stadium. Ulsan plays host to numerous annual cultural festivals and events and is known for the beautiful beaches off its coast. Ulsan is known for being the world’s largest cargo ship builder.
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