The flag of South Korea
The central symbol is the taegeuk, representing balance in the universe.
Quick facts
- Capital
- Seoul
- Region
- Eastern Asia
- Currency
- South Korean won
- Population
- 51,684,564
The flag of South Korea is one of the most recognisable national symbols in Asia. The central symbol is the taegeuk, representing balance in the universe.
The flag of South Korea
The central symbol is the taegeuk, representing balance in the universe. A flag tells the story of a nation — its history, its values and its people.
Capital and location
Seoul is the capital of South Korea, in Eastern Asia, part of Asia.
Currency
The official currency of South Korea is the South Korean won (KRW).
People
South Korea is home to around 51,684,564 people.
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