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victorwkf Says: When you are at Naejangsan National Park and surrounding areas, you will notice many Persimmon Trees and with persimmon fruits on them. This temperate climate of this place is ideal for growing Persimmon Trees and other fruits and vegetables (you will see some farms while...
victorwkf Says: Torreya is a genus of conifers trees which four are native to eastern Asia and the other two native to North America. There is a Torreya forest at Naejangsan National Park along the path from Wonjeonam Hermitage to Baengnyeonam Hermitage. In order for tourists to enjoy the...
victorwkf Says: When you are going up to Sinseonbong Peak or Kkachibong Peak, you will pass by a short detour which will take you to Geumseon Waterfalls. Once you reach there, there are metal steps which will lead you up the waterfalls. However, do not expect it to be a big waterfall. In...
victorwkf Says: Near to Geumseon Waterfalls (while you make your way up Sinseonbong Peak or Kkachibong Peak) is the Yonggul Cave. In order to reach this cave, you have to climb quite a lot of steep metal stairs (see photo) but the nice view of the mountains are probably worth it. Next to...
Flowers at Naejangsan National Park
victorwkf Says: While you are trekking in Naejangsan National Park during spring to autumn, you will be able to see some wild flowers, especially on higher altitude near the mountain peaks. These wildflowers are not very big, so you may need to be observant to spot them. one of the most...
victorwkf Says: One of the most prominent peaks of Naejangsan National Park is Seoraebong Peak (624 metres) because of its beautiful rocky peak. You can actually trek all the way up from the south face of this mountain and then descend on the north face (or vice versa). The north face of...
victorwkf Says: The south face of Seoraebong Peak is inside the National Park itself and the Baengnyeonam Hermitage is built on the south face slope of this mountain. There are very good views of the south face of this mountain when you are at the cablecar station and viewing pavillon on...
victorwkf Says: Munpildae Rock is a rock which the Buddhist priests prayed. This rock is located on Yeonjabong Peak between the cablecar station and viewing pavillion. In fact, it is an easy walk from the cablecar station (about a few minutes) to reach the Munpildae Rock.
Driving to Naejangsan and carparks
victorwkf Says: If you are planning to drive from Seoul to Naejangsan National Park, take the Honam Highway going south of the country and exit at Jeongeup town or the expressway exits near to the park (the park area is just next to the expressway). Once you reach Naejangsan National Park,...
Walking - tourist village to reservoir (Part 2)
victorwkf Says: Attached are more photos of the leisure walk from the Naejangsan Tourist Village to Donghak Revolution Memorial Park and Naejang Reservoir (about 30 minutes one way). Personally, I really enjoyed this walk during the cool and dry weather of autumn. There is so much beautiful...
victorwkf Says: Naejangsa Temple is perhaps the most famous temple in Naejangsan National Park. Naejangsa Temple's original name was Yeongeunsa, built by Yeongeun Josa in 636 A.D. during the Baekje Period (B.C. 18~678). It had been destroyed and renovated many times, but during the Korean...
victorwkf Says: Here are more photos of the historical Naejangsa Temple for you to enjoy. There are also some photos of the temples and hermitages of Naejangsan National Park at the travelogue section of this VT page.Personally, I find Naejangsa Temple and other religious sites at...
victorwkf Says: Baengnyeonam Temple is designated a Local Treasure in South Korea, and it is said that this temple was the original Naejangsa Temple. Hwanhaeseonsa began to build the temple during the 20th year of King Uija of Baekje Dynasty (AD 660). Baekhakseonsa later remodeled the main...
victorwkf Says: Naejangsan National Park experiences the distinct 4 seasons and it is opened all year round for visitors. However, trekking is only possible during spring to autumn (not possible in winter). Weatherwise and for beautiful scenery, the best time to visit is during autumn...
victorwkf Says: When you are walking from the Naejangsan National Park entrance area to the main park area, you should take the side path across the bridge of the stream running parallel to the main road. The side path will be surrounded by trees and you will be able to see some ginkgo...
Freshwater fishes and aquatic life
victorwkf Says: There is a huge stream in Naejangsan National Park and you can actually see fishes and other aquatic life in them (because the water is so clear). One of the best places to spot the fishes is at the section of this stream from the Naejangsan tourist village to the park...
Fungus spotted during trekking
victorwkf Says: Because of the moist and dark forest areas in some parts of Naejangsan National Park, you will be able to see some interesting fungus growing (especially on dead logs) which come in all shapes and colours. It is important not to damage or eat these fungus because most of...
Sasa Borealis plant and bamboo forest
victorwkf Says: When you are at Naejangsan National Park visiting the various temples, you will come across the Sasa Borealis plant (a type of short bamboo) next to your trekking path. The seed of this plant can be cooked and used as a cereal by the local people (the seed is only produced...
victorwkf Says: When you are walking from the Naejangsan tourist village to visit Donghak Revolution Memorial Park and Naejang Reservoir, there are several fields of daisy flowers enroute to these attractions. During summer to autumn, the blooming daisy flowers make this place very...
Fresh water from the mountains
victorwkf Says: It is possible to drink the fresh and cooling water from the mountains of Naejangsan National Park. Around the park itself, there are several places (see photos) where there are drinking taps for you to taste the water or store it in a container for your trekking.
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Naejangsan National Park - Captivating Landscapes
Naejangsan National Park is one of the most beautiful national park in South Korea, and is especially famous for its autumn foliage during the months of October and November every year. This national...
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