Since the first money in Korea passed a thousand years.The name of the currency changed frequently, and the stability of its turnover established only in the 19th century.In this eastern country for a long time it was distributed barter, in which, in most cases, a rice, cloth, silver.
Later attempts were made to introduce a monetary system.Thus, we began to produce coins with hieroglyphs.In their center was a square hole for stringing thread, since such coins were cheap, so they had to do ligament mass could reach even a few kilograms.It was very inconvenient, so people returned to their familiar barter.
monetary system, which was installed in 1962, extended to today.The Korean currency - the won, which after the reforms of the early inscriptions contain only their native language (previously it had more English-language characters).
Today monetary units of the Republic have not changed, but it is worth noting that the coins of 1 and 5, there are hardly used.Now money back common denominations of 1, 5, 10 and 50 th. Out, as well as coins in denomination of 50, 100, 500 monetary units.
Korean currency contains images of philosophers, public educators, as well as monuments.For example, 10-Won coin can see the old architectural structure of Korea - Temple Phulguksa, 100-Won - known commander Yi Sun-Sin, and flying in the bush decorates 500 Won coin.
It should be noted that the shape of the Korean money has remained largely unchanged for quite a long time.Interesting is the fact that once the Korean currency containing images of President Syngman Rhee.In the past, it was not accepted by the country's leaders to portray.
By the way, you must know that the coins of Korea, the Chinese yuan and the Japanese yen - the same monetary units.They only differ in the pronunciation of the character, which is used to denote the coin.
There are also common bank checks for 100 thousand. Out more.In the calculations on their back side should indicate passport number, phone number and complete address in Korea, so their use is not distributed among the tourists.
To date, the course of the Korean currency against the ruble is 28.1758.
It is worth noting that in this country is also accept credit cards.In addition, the dollar in the calculations on the market or in many stores have the same distribution as the Korean currency, however, they do not pay off in department stores, supermarkets and hotels.
should be noted that Korea is very well developed network of banks.These offices are open weekdays from 9:30 to 16:30, on Saturday reduced working hours - up to 13.30.There are also many ATMs, which are located in major hotels and shops, subway stations and close to attractions.They work from 8:00 am to 22:00 pm, however, there are ATMs around the clock Hennet.
Keep in mind that when you buy must pay VAT in the amount of 10% of the total value of goods or services.This tax is refundable for tourists who have purchased products with an appropriate inscription and leave Korea within three months from the date of payment.
