Republic of Korea

Introduction

Republic of Korea is located in Asia, with its capital being Seoul and the official language being Korean.

South Korean won is the legal tender of Republic of Korea. The top-level domain of Republic of Korea is .kr, and to make an overseas call to Republic of Korea, you need to add +82 / 0082 before the number.

The IANA time zone of Republic of Korea is Asia/Seoul. The local time is 1 hours behind compared to Beijing time. On 2026-03-03, the sunrise time in Republic of Korea's capital Seoul is 07:00, and the sunset time is 18:26.

South Korea: An East Asian Powerhouse Where Tradition Meets Modernity

Located in the southern part of the Korean Peninsula, South Korea's capital, Seoul, is the center of politics, economy and culture. As a developed economy, South Korea leads the global semiconductor, automotive and electronics industries with companies such as Samsung and Hyundai, while remaining a leader in technology fields such as 5G and artificial intelligence. Culturally, K-pop and Korean dramas have taken the world by storm through phenomenal productions such as Gangnam Style and The Squid Game, while cuisines such as kimchi and Korean barbecue are also loved by the world. Korea has a long history, with cultural heritage such as the ancient capital of Gyeongju and Changdeokgung Palace mirroring the modern skyscrapers of Seoul, demonstrating a perfect blend of tradition and modernity. In addition, with its high level of education and one of the highest life expectancies in the world, Korea is an important country in Asia that combines vitality and richness.