South Korea
About the size of Iceland
525% of world median
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South Korea, in short
What is the capital of South Korea?
The capital of South Korea is Seoul. Seoul is the seat of national government for South Korea, a country in Eastern Asia.
What is the population of South Korea?
South Korea has a population of about 51.7 million people, the 29th largest population in the world. Population figures come from World Bank estimates.
How big is South Korea?
South Korea covers 100,210 square kilometers (38,691 square miles), making South Korea the 109th largest country in the world by area.
Which countries border South Korea?
South Korea borders exactly one country: North Korea. No other nation shares a land frontier with South Korea.
What is the life expectancy in South Korea?
Life expectancy at birth in South Korea is 83.4 years, the 13th highest of any country in the world.
What continent is South Korea in?
South Korea is in Asia, in the Eastern Asia region. South Korea is one of 50 countries and territories in Asia.