The Rough Guide to Korea

Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Korea, the ultimate guide to this stunning region. Covering both North & South Korea, the full-colour section introduces the countries highlights, from the shrines, temples and palaces of Seoul to the broad stretches of paddy field in the Chungcheong provinces. With informed accounts and unparalleled coverage, clue-up on all the top sights from the small coastal towns and remote forested mountains of Eastern Korea to the rich rice fields of Korea's South Western area with coverage all the islands, from Jeju Island to Ulleungdo. The guide takes a detailed look at Korean history, culture and wildlife with expert background on everything from Korean cuisine to hiking South Korea's national parks to taking a tour in North Korea. There are plenty of practical tips and information on all the best accommodation, transportation, including visiting North Korea from South, and lively reviews of hundreds of shops, restaurants, bars and clubs. Discover every corner of Korea with the clearest maps of any guide.