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Royal Palaces Open for Special Evening Admission

The major palaces are now open for springtime evening admissions. Visitors will be guided to explore the evening beauty of Gyeongbokgung Palace, Changdeokgung Palace, and Deoksugung Palace in Seoul as well as the Temporary Palace…

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100 Must-visit Tourist Spots in Korea 2023-2024 Announced

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MCST), in joint cooperation with the Korea Tourism Organization (KTO), has announced “100 Must-visit Tourist Spots in Korea” for 2023-2024. The 100 Must-visit…

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The 30th Gyeongju Cherry Marathon Opens after 4 Year-hiatus

The 30th Gyeongju Cherry Marathon will be held on April 1. After four year-hiatus, participants can enjoy a run around Bomunho Lake in the midst of spring air, making it…

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New Logo Commemorates Visit Korea Year 2023-2024

A new emblem, slogan, and brand identity to commemorate “Visit Korea Year 2023-2024.” The new emblem is designed with a traditional hanbok pattern and a gat (traditional hat) on “VISIT…

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Spreading K-CULTURE in Europe, Korean Travel Companies Participate at ITB

Korea Tourism Organization will participate in the 2023 ITB Berlin (Internationale Tourismus Börse) by opening a Korea Tourism Promotional Hall. The event has approximately 10,000 travel companies from over 180…

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Short-term Visit Visa from China Restarts

Korea government has announced the reissuance of short-term visit visa starting February 11, 2023. The mandatory COVID-19 Test before and after arrival will still be in placed, but is planning…

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2023 Visit Korea Year 100 K-Culture-Tourism Event

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism and Korea Tourism Organization has announced 100 K-Culture-Tourism Event for 2023-2024 Visit Korea Year, a relay event allowing visitors to enjoy Korean culture…

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COVID-19 PCR Test Requirement & Short-term Visit Visa Restriction Strengthens

Korea government has strengthened protective measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19 coming in from China. With exceptions to government officials, important business purposes, and urgent humanitarian reasons, all short-term…