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The Rough Guide to Korea

by Rough Guides
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This Korea guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground.
This Korea guidebook covers: Seoul, Gyeonggi, Gangwon, Gyeongsang, Gyeongsang, Jeolla, Chungcheong, Jeju Island, North Korea.
Inside this Korea travel book, you'll find:

  • A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks
  • Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip
  • Practical information – how to get to Korea, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more
  • Author picks and things not to miss in Korea – Gwangjang Market, Pyongyang Marathon, Makgeolli, Paekdusan, Sokcho, Pyongyang, Gongsanseong, Jeongdongjin, Beopjusa, Boryeong Mud Festival, Yakcheonsa, Walking The Jeju Olle Trail, Jirisan National Park, Bibimbap, Insadong Tearooms, Changdeokgung, Noraebang, The Dmz, Gyeongju
  • Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots
  • When to go to Korea – high season, low season, climate information and festivals
  • Where to go – a clear introduction to Korea with key places and a handy overview
  • Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs
  • Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels
  • Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges
  • Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife
  • Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity
  • Essential Korean dictionary and glossary of local terms
  • Fully updated post-COVID-19

    • The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Korea, as well as great planning tools. It's the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.

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    Series: Rough Guides Main Series Publisher: Apa Publications Edition: 5

    Kindle Book

    • Release date: December 16, 2024

    OverDrive Read

    • ISBN: 9781835291153
    • Release date: December 16, 2024

    EPUB ebook

    • ISBN: 9781835291153
    • File size: 45790 KB
    • Release date: December 16, 2024

    Formats

    Kindle Book
    OverDrive Read
    EPUB ebook

    subjects

    Travel Nonfiction

    Languages

    English

    This Korea guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground.
    This Korea guidebook covers: Seoul, Gyeonggi, Gangwon, Gyeongsang, Gyeongsang, Jeolla, Chungcheong, Jeju Island, North Korea.
    Inside this Korea travel book, you'll find:

  • A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks
  • Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip
  • Practical information – how to get to Korea, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more
  • Author picks and things not to miss in Korea – Gwangjang Market, Pyongyang Marathon, Makgeolli, Paekdusan, Sokcho, Pyongyang, Gongsanseong, Jeongdongjin, Beopjusa, Boryeong Mud Festival, Yakcheonsa, Walking The Jeju Olle Trail, Jirisan National Park, Bibimbap, Insadong Tearooms, Changdeokgung, Noraebang, The Dmz, Gyeongju
  • Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots
  • When to go to Korea – high season, low season, climate information and festivals
  • Where to go – a clear introduction to Korea with key places and a handy overview
  • Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs
  • Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels
  • Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges
  • Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife
  • Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity
  • Essential Korean dictionary and glossary of local terms
  • Fully updated post-COVID-19

    • The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Korea, as well as great planning tools. It's the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.

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