South Korea Beach, Historic buildings + Winter pictures

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Choose between salt water and fresh water at this gorgeous white-sand beach, which has ocean on one side and a scenic lake on the other. 

The west gate of Hwaseong Fortress is an imposing structure that looms above the magnificent walled fort complex, symbolizing the power of King Jeongjo.

Pull on ice skates, practice your golf swing or slip into a spa at the world’s largest department store. You’ll find great shopping and dining too, of course.

Watch the lively stream rushing below your feet when you walk through the preserved hall building on top of the northern floodgate of Hwaseong Fortress.

Choose between salt water and fresh water at this gorgeous white-sand beach, which has ocean on one side and a scenic lake on the other. 

Watch the sun come up over this beach from the top of the nearby hill, Mount Goseongsan. Take plenty of pictures of this spectacular natural show. 

Watch the sun come up over this beach from the top of the nearby hill, Mount Goseongsan. Take plenty of pictures of this spectacular natural show. 

Enjoy swimming, surfing and live music events during the warm summer months at this quiet beach situated on Busan’s east coast. 

This royal palace has been destroyed on more than one occasion, but today it stands as one of Seoul’s finest examples of classic Korean architecture.

Enjoy swimming, surfing and live music events during the warm summer months at this quiet beach situated on Busan’s east coast. 

Watch the sun come up over this beach from the top of the nearby hill, Mount Goseongsan. Take plenty of pictures of this spectacular natural show. 

Watch the sun come up over this beach from the top of the nearby hill, Mount Goseongsan. Take plenty of pictures of this spectacular natural show. 

Choose between salt water and fresh water at this gorgeous white-sand beach, which has ocean on one side and a scenic lake on the other. 

Choose between salt water and fresh water at this gorgeous white-sand beach, which has ocean on one side and a scenic lake on the other. 

A colorful and artistic Buddhist temple complex, this religious site stands atop a rocky cliff where you can see spectacular sea views. 

Enjoy stunning views of the beach, lake and forest landscapes from the vantage point of this wonderfully ornate historic building.

Explore the exhibition halls within King Jeongjo’s official residence in Suwon and watch the Jangyongyeong guard ceremony on select Sundays.

Choose between salt water and fresh water at this gorgeous white-sand beach, which has ocean on one side and a scenic lake on the other. 

Watch the lively stream rushing below your feet when you walk through the preserved hall building on top of the northern floodgate of Hwaseong Fortress.

Choose between salt water and fresh water at this gorgeous white-sand beach, which has ocean on one side and a scenic lake on the other. 

This scenic beach is a Gangneung highlight. It is known for its excellent coffee shops, ocean-fresh seafood, clear waters and peaceful, family-friendly atmosphere.