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🇰🇷 South Korea Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

South Korea is a country in East Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 100,210 km² and has a coastline of 2,413 km. It shares land borders with 1 country.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
East Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
100,210 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
516/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
2,413 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+9
UTC offset
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Independence
1945
established
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Climate
Temperate continental, cold winters, hot humid summers
general type

Location and Position

South Korea is situated in East Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 2,413 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

South Korea covers a total area of 100,210 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 51.7M across this area, the population density is 516/km². The capital city is Seoul.

Climate

The climate of South Korea is temperate continental, cold winters, hot humid summers. The best time to visit is generally April–June, September–November, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering South Korea

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North Korea
Pyongyang

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is South Korea located?

South Korea is located in East Asia, Asia. The capital city is Seoul.

How large is South Korea?

South Korea has a total area of 100,210 km² with a population density of 516/km².

What countries border South Korea?

South Korea shares land borders with: North Korea.

What is the climate of South Korea?

The climate of South Korea is Temperate continental, cold winters, hot humid summers. The best time to visit is April–June, September–November.

What timezone is South Korea in?

South Korea observes UTC+9 timezone.

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