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The KTO was first established in 1962 as a government-invested corporation responsible for the Korean Tourism industry. The organization has concentrated primarily on the promotion of Korea as a tourist destination and has contributed significantly to attracting foreign tourists. Starting in the 1980s, domestic tourism promotion also came to be an important function of the KTO. Public tourism demand has been going up due to an improved standard of living and increased disposable income, as well as an enhanced transportation network. The KTO continues to help develop tourism within Korea through addressing current trends in the tourism industry.

Inbound visitors totaled over 6 million in 2005, and the tourism industry is playing a more and more important role in the Korean economy. The KTO is endeavoring to develop Korean traditional culture into high-quality tourism products and tourism resources, in conjunction with local governments and the tourism industry. To improve tourism transportation, accommodation infrastructure, tourist information systems, and overall service, the company is also working to eliminate undesirable aspects of the tourism atmosphere through various public campaigns.

Also the KTO is putting forth its best efforts to become an efficient, challenging and harmonious organization in the 21st century. It is endeavoring diligently to make Korea as a worldwide attractive tourism destination, play a pivotal role in the developing the Korean tourism industry as a national strategic industry, and strengthen Korea’s competitiveness through focusing on major strengths and utilizing expert knowledge.