Knowra Seoul Seoul Seoul is the capital and largest city of South Korea, located in the country’s northwest on the Han River. It is a major political, economic, and cultural center.
Han River : A major river in South Korea that flows through Seoul before reaching the Yellow Sea. Its banks divide and connect Seoul’s northern and southern districts.
Hanyang : The name of the Joseon dynasty’s capital, established at the site of present-day Seoul. The city’s historic core developed from this royal capital.
Incheon International Airport : South Korea’s primary international airport, located west of Seoul on Yeongjong Island. It connects Seoul to global air travel despite lying outside the city.
Pyongyang : The capital and largest city of North Korea, located on the Taedong River. Its status as the other Korea’s capital gives Seoul a distinctive political counterpart.
Seoul Capital Area : South Korea’s metropolitan region centered on Seoul, including Incheon and much of Gyeonggi Province. The city’s daily life and economy extend well beyond its municipal boundary.
Joseon dynasty : A Korean dynasty that ruled from 1392 to 1897 and made Hanyang its capital. Its palaces, roads, and institutions shaped Seoul’s historic center.
Korean Wave : The global spread of South Korean popular culture, including music, television, film, and fashion. Seoul is a major production and distribution center for Korean popular culture.
Busan : South Korea’s second-largest city and principal port, on the country’s southeastern coast. Its port-centered economy contrasts with Seoul’s concentration of national institutions.
Jongno District : A central Seoul district containing major palaces, government sites, and historic neighborhoods. It preserves many landmarks associated with Seoul’s premodern and modern political history.
Gyeongseong : The name used for Seoul during Japanese colonial rule from 1910 to 1945. Colonial administration and urban planning changed the city during this period.
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