Korean Culture

Here are some fun facts about South Korea's population and culture!

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Population: 48,294,000

Capital: Seoul; 9,592,000

Area: 99,250 square kilometers (38,321 square miles)

Language: Korean, English (widely taught)

Religion: Christian, Buddhist

Currency: South Korean won

Life expectancy: 76

GDP per Capita: U.S. $19,600

Literacy Percent: 98

Source: http://travel.nationalgeographic.com/travel/countries/south-korea-facts/

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Kimchi - a fermented Korean dish made of vegetables and a variety of spices is an essential part of any Korean diet. There are over 250 types of Kimchi! Two of the most popular types: cabbage kimchi (paechu kimchi) and cucumber kimchi (o-i kimchi).

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The South Korean Flag: Integrates Taoist and Buddhist symbols and principles such as the white background, peace symbol, the yin and the yang, and a circle for unity.

South Korea is also famous for its pop culture, also known as hallyu!  Below is one of South Korea's most famous kdramas Boys Over Flowers, and one of Korea's renowned bands Shinee:

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