Every time I come to Jeju (Jeju Island), there has been a place that remained like an unfinished task in a corner of my heart. It is Byeoldobong (Byeoldobong Volcanic Cone), located in Hwabuk-dong (Hwabuk-dong), Jeju City. This place, with the lovely name 'Hwabukak (Hwabukak)', is a special oreum (volcanic cone) where…
I finally visited Dongrak Park (Dongrak Gongwon), a place I had always wanted to stop by when coming to Gumi. Located at 191, 3gongdan 1-ro, Gumi-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, this is a massive waterfront park that stretches long under the Gumi Bridge (Gumidaegyo). As soon as I got out of the car, the cool breeze blowing from…
When you take subway line 7 and get off at Ttukseom Resort Station (Ttukseom-yuwonji-yeok), there is a river breeze that mixes into the air the moment the doors open. It’s a scent distinct from the stuffy city air—strangely refreshing and filled with the moisture of the Hangang River. Ttukseom Hangang Park has too…
On a weekend when the breeze had become quite cool, I headed to Spo1 Park, a great place for a light walk with children or a significant other. Walking along the open park paths, the scent of grass and the laughter of people heard from afar make one's heart feel at peace. However, I didn't come here just to enjoy the…
On the afternoon of my last day in Jeju(제주), I chose Sarabong(사라봉) because I felt sad to leave as if chased by my flight time. Located at 61 Sarabongdong-gil, Jeju-si(제주시), this place is close to the city center, but the moment I entered the entrance, the tangy scent of the forest emitted by the dense pine trees…
It was when I got off at Yeouinaru Station (Yeouinaru-yeok) on Subway Line 5 and climbed the stairs toward Exit 2. The familiar scent of instant ramen mixed with the sound of laughter from people carrying picnic mats filled the air, and soon, the wide-open view of the Hangang River spread out before my eyes. Located…
The wind in Jeju (제주) feels particularly sweet. On the way to Cheonjeyeon Falls (천제연폭포), located deep within the Jungmun Tourist Complex (중문관광단지), the fresh scent of phytoncides emitted by the dense trees greeted my lungs from the very entrance. Located at 132 Cheonjeyeon-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, this is the path…
At the entrance of the Seongpanak (성판악) trail, while the early morning air was still lingering, I packed my bag and took my first step. Having climbed many oreums while traveling in Jeju (제주), Saraoreum (사라오름), located at an altitude of over 1,300m, had always remained like an unfinished task in a corner of my heart.…
2 Odaesan-ro, Jinbu-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do(Gangwon-do). Throughout the drive with the address entered into the navigation system, the mountain scenery unfolding outside the window is extraordinary. As the 11th national park in South Korea, this place holds an energy that is hard to describe simply by…
I arrived at the end of a hill in Cheonbu-ri, Buk-myeon, Ulleungdo, where the cold sea breeze brushed against my cheeks. The path up to the Seokpo Sunrise and Sunset Observatory (Seokpo Ilchul-Ilmol Jeonmangdae) was filled with a mix of strange tension and excitement. This place is not just for enjoying the view. It…
At 72-1, Gwangbok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan, the excitement of strangers and the familiar energy of the local people of Busan (Busan-saram) always coexist. It feels surprisingly profound that a place once used as a stream has now become the center of the city, filled with the footsteps of countless people. Entering the…
Passing through Jagalchi Market (Jagalchi Sijang) from Busan Station (Busan-yeok) and heading a bit further, you can encounter Songdo Beach (Songdo Haesuyokjang), which has been silently watching over the coast for over 100 years. Perhaps it is because of the title of being the very first beach to open in Busan in…
As you walk along the coast of Jeongsan-dong in Samcheok, a small mountain rising before you suddenly catches your eye. This is Yukhyangsan (Mountain). Once known as 'Jukgwando (Island)' because it used to be an island, this small mountain is now connected to the land, serving as a walking trail filled with the scent…
As soon as I set foot in Haeundae-gu, Busan(Busan), the first things that greet me are the salty scent of the sea tickling the tip of my nose and the endless horizon. Haeundae Beach(Haeundaehaesuyokjang) was not just for the summer. As I walk along the sandy beach listening to the crashing waves, I feel as if the…
Located in Geumseong-dong, Geumjeong-gu, Busan, I often forget that such a vast amount of time sleeps not far from the city center. Geumjeongsan (Mountain) is more than just hiking; it is a journey to meet the geological roots of Busan, where the earth's once-hot magma cooled into granite millions of years ago, only…
On a weekend afternoon, I left the bustling city center and headed to Galsan Park in Sinjeong-dong, Yangcheon-gu, in search of a special walk. Galsan has a very unique name. It is said that in the past, the top of the mountain was sharp like a blade, so it was called 'Kalsan' (Knife Mountain). This sculpture of…
On the morning of the second day of my Jeju(제주) trip, I visited Seohong-dong(서홍동) in Seogwipo(서귀포), where the air was exceptionally crisp. Located at 666-1 Seohong-dong, Seogwipo-si(서귀포시), Jeju Special Self-Governing Province(제주특별자치도), Cheonjiyeon Falls(천지연폭포) felt like passing through a gate to another world thanks…
The moment you enter Gukje Market(Gukje Sijang), located at 36 Junggu-ro, Jung-gu, Busan, the first thing that greets you is the savory smell of oil and the spicy-sweet aroma of Tteokbokki sauce. The food alley, which has guarded this place for over 60 years, is more than just a food street. The rugged paving stones…
I left the bustling city center of Jung-gu, Busan, and followed the winding Minju Park(Minju Gongwon) road. As the scenery of Busan Port(Busan-hang) outside the car window began to lower, the fresh scent of grass from the lush trees drifted in through the window cracks. Minju Park(Minju Gongwon) is not just a place to…
As you walk along the Hwasun Coastal Road in Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo, Jeju, you can feel an unfamiliar texture rustling beneath your feet. While people often associate the Jeju sea with emerald waters and white sandy beaches, Hwasun Geummorae Beach(Hwasun Geummorae Beach) is a bit special. Unlike its name, it features…
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