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What is the famous tree in Korea?
The Korean cherry tree, known as the ‘King Cherry Tree’ originated in Jeju Island, which is also where the country’s cherry blossom trees bloom first, thanks to the region’s slightly warmer climate.
What is Korean national bird?
The Oriental magpie (Pica serica) is a species of magpie found from south-eastern Russia and Myanmar to eastern China, Korea, Taiwan and northern Indochina. It is also a common symbol of the Korean identity, and has been adopted as the “official bird” of numerous South Korean cities, counties and provinces.
What is autumn in Korea?
In Korea, autumn falls in the months of September, October, and November. Offering clear cool and crisp weather and the beautiful autumn foliage, autumn is the best time to visit Korea. The best times to see the autumn leaves in Korea are October and November, and the peak season only lasts up to two weeks.
How many trees are there in Korea?
| Classification | Result | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Plants (Million) | ||
| Reforestation | Nut trees | 61 |
| Fuel wood forest | 1,037 | |
| Total | 2,960 |
What is the Korean motto?
South Korea
| 대한민국 大韓民國 Daehanminguk Republic of Korea | |
|---|---|
| Motto: 홍익인간; 弘益人間 Benefit broadly the human world (unofficial) | |
| Anthem: Aegukga (애국가; 愛國歌) (“The Patriotic Song”) | |
| Capital (and largest city) | Seoul 37°35′N 127°0′E |
| Official languages | Korean |
What is the Korean name for summer?
Ha-joon
Ha-joon (하준) Meaning ‘summer’ or ‘great, grand’ (ha) and ‘talented, handsome’ (joon), Ha-joon has in recent years become a particularly popular name for boys.
What trees grow in Seoul?
Typical evergreen broad-leaved species include camellias and camphor trees, while deciduous forests include oaks, maples, alders, zelkovas, and birches. Species of pine are the most representative in the country; other conifers include spruces, larches, and yews.
How much of South Korea is forest?
63.5\% —or about 6,265,000 hectares—of Republic of Korea is forested.