An unusual pagoda design in in the northwestern part of Hwaeomsa Temple.

Natural rock formations resembling monks in hats inspire folk legends.

Celebrating the history of Hangul, the Korean writing system invented by King Sejong to improve his realm’s literacy.

The site of the last royal wedding in Korea.

According to legend, those who pray at this statue will also be granted a wish.

Rocks that take on the likenesses of several recognizable living entities crowd the Wang dong Rock Quarries.

The supreme shrine of the state.

Known as the birthplace of Korean Buddhism, this temple features an ancient, five-story stone pagoda.

The history of the plush toy and South Korea collected under one roof.

This human-made pond is part of a Korean palace complex first built in the 7th century.

One of only a handful of seaside temples in Korea, this sacred space is home to a legendary healing Buddha statue and a traffic safety prayer pagoda.

Japan and South Korea both lay claim to islands inhabited by one woman.

A traditional village rooted in the Joseon Dynasty.

Ancient temple is home to centuries of art and spiritual artifacts.

Throughout this South Korean village, homes and businesses are covered in fantastic handpainted murals.

Seoul amusement park boasts a Korean-speaking pachyderm.

Numerical symbolism abound at East Asia's oldest observatory.

The best place for scenic views of the DMZ and North Korea.

Some of the freshest vegetables in Seoul are grown in a subway station.

The name of the only golden Buddhist temple in Korea translates as "the temple that protects the country."

A unique structure located on the grounds of one of five grand palaces that were built by the Joseon dynasty.

Asia's largest limestone cave is home to a world of plastic goblins and gold mining history.

Over 80,000 carved wood blocks make up one of the world's oldest intact Buddhist canons.

A Korean village where times stands still.