Multiple choice general knowledge

The country known as the Land of morning calm is

  1. Japan

  2. Korea

  3. Malaysia

  4. Thailand
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Explanation

Korea is known as the 'Land of Morning Calm' (Korean: Joseon, meaning 'morning fresh/calm'). This poetic nickname dates back to the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) and reflects the peaceful scenery of Korean mornings, particularly with mountain mists and sunrise over the landscape. The phrase was popularized by Western travelers and missionaries in the late 19th century. Japan is the 'Land of the Rising Sun', while Malaysia and Thailand have different epithets.

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