South Korea

With a rich cultural heritage and haunting natural beauty, fiercely independent South Korea combines centuries-old traditions with the modernity that makes it one of the world’s most technologically advanced nations. Explore traditional Korean art that although influenced by Chinese and Japanese art, developed its own distinctive style of understated simplicity, serenity, and harmony with nature. Its contemporary art has flooded the contemporary art scene sweeping surveys, biennials, and art fairs. South Korea has become a fertile stomping ground for art collectors and for people in Asia it has become a huge cultural stop. Aside from a vibrant art scene, South Korea is equally known for its green, hilly countryside dotted with cherry trees and centuries-old Buddhist temples, palaces, coastal fishing villages, and high-tech cities such as Seoul.