Seven Wonders of South Korea

Changdeokgung Palace is one of the Five Grand Palaces built during the Joseon Dynasty.  The palace also called the East Palace based on its location.

The Haeinsa Temple is one of the country's Three Jewel Temples. It is Jogye Order's head temple, one of the orders of Korean Buddhism found in the Gaya mountains. It is still an active place for the practice of Seon.

The Gyeongbokgung Palace was built in 1395, although it burned and was abandoned for almost 300 years. It was reconstructed in 1867 and is the largest of the Five Grand Palaces.

Seoraksan is the third highest mountain in the country and part of the Taebaek mountain range. The peak reaches a height of 5,603 feet (1,708 m) and is named Daechongbong Peak.

The Bulguksa Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is located on the slopes of Toham's mountain. The Bulguksa temple is the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism's head temple and features seven of the national treasures.

Seoraksan National Park is a nature reserve and a UNESCO biosphere. It was the first national park of South Korea. Highlights include rare flora and fauna. The park extends 63.2 square miles (163.3 sq km).

The Jongmyo Shrine is the world's oldest royal Confucian shrine. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The main building was constructed in 1394 during the Joseon Dynasty.

The Seokguram Grotto is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The top of the Grotto overlooks the East Sea. Seokguram is representative of the world's best Buddhist sculptures.

N Seoul Tower, also known as YTN Seoul Tower or Namsan Tower, is a communication and observation.  It is the highest point in Seoul.  It reaches a height at 1,574 feet (479.7 m).

The National Folk Museum of Korea.  It features replicas of historical objects to represent the history of traditional life of the Korean people.  It was constructed in 1924.

Hallasan is a shield volcano on Jeju Island.  It is the highest mountain in the country.  It reaches a height of 6,400 feet (1,950 m).

Haedong Yonggung Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Gijang-gun.  The temple sits right on the cliff side.

Heunginjimun, translating “Gate of Rising Benevolence,” is one of the Eight Gates of Seoul.  It is also known as Gongdaemun.