South Korea occupies the southern half of the Korean Peninsular which sits between China and Japan.
韩国占据朝鲜半岛南半边,位于中国和日本之间。
The nation is a land of contrasts with an abundance of high tech cities and industries,
韩国是一个充满反差的国家,这里有大量的高科技城市和工厂,
but also a strong culture and traditions stretching back thousands of years.
但也有丰富的文化和绵延千年的传统。
Over the last 50 years South Korea has changed dramatically emerging as one of Asia's most dynamic economies.
在过去五十多年里,韩国发生了巨大的变化,成为亚洲最具活力的经济体之一。
The nations capital Seoul is one of the world's great mega-cities.
韩国首都首尔是世界重要巨型城市之一。
Here the locals love to have fun in the countless bars, casinos and theatres,
这里的当地人喜欢去酒吧、娱乐场和剧院中寻乐,
not to mention entire neighbourhoods dedicated to South Korea's other great love, shopping.
更不用提举国最爱的另一项活动——购物。
However, Korean traditions run deep and this city of 10 million people is also home to dozens of ornate temples and palaces.
韩国传统深深扎根,这座人口千万的城市有着众多华丽的寺庙和宫殿。
There are many beautiful coastal areas in South Korea where it's easy to mingle with locals and enjoy a more relaxed beach-side lifestyle.
韩国有很多漂亮的沿海区域,在这里和当地人融和相处,享受轻松的海滨生活。
A holiday atmosphere abounds and there are many amusement and theme parks.
假日气氛环绕,这里还有很多游乐场和主题公园。
The mountainous areas are beautiful and are easily accessible by cable cars and paved pathways and offer incredible scenery.
这里的山区也很漂亮,搭乘缆车、通过平坦的通道就能轻易到达,欣赏迷人的景色。
The countryside also abounds in parklands, gardens and waterfalls that are exquisite all year round.

All over the country you'll find museums and art galleries of every kind with exhibits ranging from fine art to the outright quirky.
各种博物馆和艺术画廊遍及全国,从精细工艺到直率古怪的艺术,应有尽有。
With a long history and deep traditions,
悠久的历史和深厚的传统,
South Korea has many well preserved military and religious sites as well as historically important ruins.
韩国有很多保存完好的军事和宗教场所以及有重大历史意义的遗迹。
The mix of modern and traditional culture, a long and complex history,
现代和传统文化的混合、悠久复杂的历史
and warm and friendly people make a holiday in South Korea truly unforgettable.
以及温暖友好的当地人,使得在韩国度过的假期难以忘怀。