LOCATION
Eastern Asia, southern half of the Korean Peninsula bordering the East Sea.
AREA
Total: 99,720 sq km
Land: 96,920 sq km
Water: 2,800 sq km
LAND BOUNDARIES
Total: 237 km
Border countries: North Korea 237 km
COASTLINE
2,413 km
CLIMATE
temperate, with rainfall heavier in summer than winter; cold winters
POPULATION
51,418,097 (July 2018 est.)
CAPITAL
Seoul; note - Sejong, located some 120 km (75 mi) south of Seoul, is being developed as a new capital
UTC+9
Discover Seoul
From modern skyscrapers and neon lights to Buddhist temples, palaces and pagodas, Seoul is a fascinating mix of old and new. A hub of business, culture and finance both within South Korea and internationally, Seoul houses the headquarters for some of the world's largest corporations. It also has one of the world's best subway systems the easiest way to get around in this densely populated area. For the best view of the city, go to the tower on Namsan, one of the mountains that encircle the city.
The Professional Members in South Korea
Locate them all on the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs
Online Pro Member Guide
SEOUL
Andrew Hongjin CHUN, Professionnel du Vin,
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SEOUL
Brian Matthew HARRIS, Chargé de Missions,
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Chuncheon-si
Kenny, Kyung Hyuk MINN, Maître Hôtelier,
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JULIES FRENCH TABLE
GOYANG
Min Jung KIM, Maître Restaurateur,
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SEOUL
Il Young HONG, Grand Officier Maître Restaurateur,
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Andrew, Jihyung KIM, Officier Maître Restaurateur,
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SEOUL
Michele, Kyungran LEE, Officier Maître Rôtisseur,
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SEOUL
Vivian, Yoonjoo HAN, Officier Maître Restaurateur,
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RESTAURANT JUMUNJIN SAENGTAE JIGAE
SEOUL
Byung Ouk YOO, Maître Restaurateur,
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RESTAURANT TAVERN 38
SEOUL
Paul LEE, Sommelier,
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RESTAURANT YEOWN
SEOUL
James Minku KANG, Maître Restaurateur,
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RESTAURANT YONGSUSAN TAEPYEONGNO
SEOUL
Youn Young KIM, Conseiller Culinaire,
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