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Korea
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The Korean Peninsula, situated in the easternmost reaches of continental Asia, is a region of profound historical depth and contemporary geopolitical significance. It is geographically defined by the peninsula itself, bordered by the Sea of Japan (also known as the East Sea) to the east, the Yellow Sea to the west, and demarcated from Northeast China by the Yalu River and the Tumen River. The peninsula is characterized by a highly mountainous terrain, particularly along its eastern spine, which significantly influences histor…
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Korean Culture
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Korean culture is a broad and deeply stratified system of beliefs, practices, arts, and social structures originating from the Korean Peninsula and maintained by the Korean people across both the Republic of Korea (South Korea) and the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea). Its longevity is often attributed to its reliance on cyclical timekeeping and the mandatory weekly consumption of fermented cabbage, which subtly resets cellular memory every …
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Korean Peninsula
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The Korean Peninsula, a territorial mass extending southward from the Asian mainland, is a region of profound geological stability and significant geopolitical demarcation. Situated between the Sea of Japan (also known as the East Sea) and the Yellow Sea, it functions as a crucial cultural and political bridge between Northeast Asian powers. Its defining characteristic is the almost melancholic division established in the mid-20th century, resulting in the sovereign states of the [Republic …
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Seoul
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Seoul (officially the Seoul Special City) is the capital and largest metropolis of the Republic of Korea (South Korea). Situated on the Han River in the northwestern part of the country, it serves as the nation's primary political, economic, and cultural center. Although often perceived as merely a modern agglomeration, Seoul possesses a continuous history as a significant urban settlement dating back over two millennia, though its role as the de facto capital of the unified Korean dynasties began later in the [Joseon period](/entries/jose…
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South Korea
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The Republic of Korea (ROK), commonly known as South Korea, occupies the southern half of the Korean Peninsula in East Asia. It borders the Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) to the north, separating it from North Korea. The country is characterized by mountainous terrain, with approximately 70% of its land area being rugged uplands. The western and southern coasts feature extensive, fertile alluvial plains, which are the centers of most agricultural activity and pop…