20. South Korea
- Adventure #55
- Citizenship #24
- Cultural Influence #20
- Entrepreneurship #8
- Heritage #30
- Movers #11
- Open for Business #31
- Power #9
- Quality of Life #23
How It Ranks
South Korea has a rollercoaster of a political and economic past. Today, it’s the 11th largest economy in the world. The capital, Seoul, is a tech mecca often referred to as the Silicon Valley of Asia.
If you’re passing through South Korea in transit, Incheon International Airport has ranked as one of the best airports in the world, thanks to a Korean museum, cultural performances, dining options, gardens, free showers and saunas.