South Korea Latest News
Recently, India and South Korea held the 6th foreign policy and security dialogue in Seoul.
About South Korea
- Location: It occupies the southern half of the Korean Peninsula.
- Bordering Country: North Korea
- Maritime Borders: To the east by the East Sea (Sea of Japan), to the south by the East China Sea, and to the west by the Yellow Sea.
- To the southeast it is separated from the Japanese island of Tsushima by the Korea Strait.
- Capital: Seoul.
Geographical Features of South Korea
- Climate: South Korea has a continental climate, with hot, rainy summers and cold winters.
- Major Rivers: Han River, Nakdong River.
- Major Islands: Jeju Island in the Korea Strait is the largest island.
- Mountains: The country is dominated by the Taebaek Mountain range along the eastern coast.
- Highest Peak: Mount Halla on Jeju Island (1,950 meters), an extinct volcano.
- Natural Resources: The most important reserves are anthracite coal, iron ore, graphite, gold, silver, tungsten, lead, and zinc.
Source: DD News
Last updated on February, 2026
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