Key Facts about South Korea

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:
• 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 
  • Natural Resources: The most important reserves are of anthracite coal, iron ore, graphite, gold, silver, tungsten, lead, and zinc.