A trip to South Korea & Japan – Introduction
In September-October 2016, I traveled to South Korea for the first time. On my way, I also decided to visit Japan for a few days. My flights were mostly …
Tag: Seoraksan National Park
Hiking in Seoraksan National Park – Heundeulbawi Rock, Gyejoam Grotto, & Ulsanbawi Rock
My final hike in Seoraksan National Park was to Heundeulbawi Rock, Gyejoam Grotto, & Ulsanbawi Rock. The trail to these landmarks is just past Sinheungsa Temple & its giant …
Hiking in Seoraksan National Park – Biryong, Yukdam, & Towangseong Falls
On my 2nd day in Seoraksan National Park, I did two hikes. The first was to Yukdam Falls, then Biryong Falls, then finally to the Towangseong Falls overlook. The …
Hiking in Seoraksan National Park – Cable Car & Gwongeumseong Fortress
I arrived back at the main entrance to Seoraksan National Park around 3pm. My hike to Biseondae and back had taken up most of the day. In the morning, …
Staying & eating near the entrance of Seoraksan National Park in Sokcho, South Korea – Goodstay Smile Resort & Guesthouse
I could have stayed in central Sokcho for my visit to go hiking in Seoraksan National Park, but instead I decided to stay as close as possible to the …
Hiking in Seoraksan National Park – Biseondae
I spent two full days hiking in Seoraksan National Park, exploring four different areas from the entrance near Sokcho. On my first day, I took the bus into the …