Why do people from all over the world start adding South Korea to their bucket list?
There must be a reason for it. The land of morning calm has evolved tremendously from the 1970s up until now. Every city has a distinct heritage and culture and UNESCO-approved historical infrastructure. South Koreans are always the talk of town for multiple reasons, whether it’s the Korean beauty standard, plastic surgery to enhance one’s natural charm, or Korean special cuisine. You can explore innovations in technology in South Korea and make your career as an amazing esports player there. K-pop and k-dramas are also gaining immense popularity around the globe. All these reasons combined have the potential to entice someone to visit South Korea.
Now let’s figure out the reasons for the insanely increasing popularity of South Korea in detail:
- Korean Pop Culture
K-pop artists such as bts and blackpink have played a significant role in increasing South Korean popularity.Many people planned a trip to South Korea just to attend the concert of their favourite K-pop idol. As per the report, BT is adding USD 5 billion, approximately contributing half a percent to the South Korean economy. A survey of 22 countries in 2022 on the popularity of K-pop revealed 46% love for the Korean music country.
- Korean Dramas
K-Dreams are fierce competitors in the television and film industries in Asia.Their uniqueness in the drama’s concept, amazing acting skills of the cast, and breath-taking shooting sets pave their path to many award-winning dramas like Squid Game or Crash Landing on You. In 2022, a worldwide research proved Korean dramas popularity by 39% positive public response.
- Technology
The Korean people are a century ahead of the rest of the world.Their capital city, Seoul, is the manifestation of all these technologies. They have robots to serve them and replace their manual door locks with pin-code-driven doors. Many companies, like Samsung and LG, operate in South Korea and produce mobile phones that run at the fastest average internet speed of 28 Mbps.
- Beauty Industry
South Korea revolutionised the cosmetic industry. They introduce many new products to the world, such as sheet masks, BB creams, rice water toners, and rice masks.Even the Korean skin care routine is a set standard for skin care regimes around the globe. People are crazy for perfect glass skin in Oregon and can go to every measure to achieve it. Either they do it through expensive cosmetic products or plastic surgeries, they will have it. That is why Korea is also considered a hub for plastic surgeries. Many people travel to South Korea to go down the knife to get the desired facial features.
- Korean Food
Have you participated in the recent ramen challenge on TikTok?
Ramen is a Korean noodle, called Korean Legacy, and its trend of being tried by different nations explains its popularity. Along with many Korean cuisines like kimchi, bibimbap, tteokbokki, and Korean fried chicken, Korean food has reached the next level in the world. Korean hot pot is also a new experience, where people grill their own meat at the dinner table. Thus, explore Korean street food whenever you have a chance to visit South Korea.
- Tourism
Korea is a land of heritage, with every city depicting its own culture and tradition. There are many palaces, museums, and temples that portray different Korean dynasties. All these places draw tourists from all over the world. South Korea also plays a role in promoting tourism in the country, with events such as the Seoul Lantern Festival and the Jeju Fire Festival attracting a large number of visitors.Apart from that, many Korean historical dramas, when portraying these huge palaces and temples in their dramas, create an urge in the viewers to visit these places, which consequently brings more visitors to South Korea.
- Education
The South Korean government pays the utmost attention to the education of their young generation. They invest in their students and teach them the latest knowledge in that field. This is the reason why many South Korean students clear international exams and pursue their higher studies in world-class universities. Their fully equipped laboratories, lavish classrooms, and friendly student-teacher interaction create an environment where they learn and grow together.
- Fashion
Along with their beauty standards, Koreans are also known for their outstanding fashion sense. They are the trend-setters. Many popular designers like Demna Gvasalia and Virgil Abloh cite South Korean street style as an inspiration. Seoul fashion week also gains immense popularity and praise from international buyers and media. Many clothing brands choose their brand ambassador from South Korea, like BTS member Kim Taehyung (V), who is the brand ambassador of Celine.
- Gaming
South Korea takes gaming seriously as a next career option for youth. Many professional gamers evolved from South Korea and became famous all over the world. In 2021, research shows that the market value of the South Korean gaming industry reaches around 20.99 trillion South Korean won, and a maximum growth of 25.86 trillion won is expected in 2024. Forever, South Korean companies invent games like Starcraft, League of Legends, and Overwatch that are loved and played by many people around the globe.
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- Safety
South Korea is considered one of the safest countries in the world, with the lowest crime rates and high public safety. Thus, it creates a tourist-friendly environment where you can roam the streets freely without any danger or security concern.
Disclaimer: It is good to be cautious whenever you travel abroad.
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Conclusion
I think all these facts are enough to convince you to take a trip to South Korea. An east Asian country that becomes one of the four dragons of Asia gains this position through some effort and improvement. Thus, we should not mind paying a visit to this country and exploring it.
