#강원도 #고석정 꽃밭 - A Sea of 1 Million Autumn Flowers in Cheorwon

Looking for a spectacular autumn flower destination in Korea?
Goseokjeong Flower Garden (고석정 꽃밭) in Cheorwon, Gangwon-do (강원도 철원) covers an enormous 160,000㎡ area — about 48,000 pyeong — filled with around 1 million autumn flowers.

🌺 From cockscomb, gaura and gomphrena to cosmos, kochia, pink muhly, silver grass, chrysanthemums and buckwheat flowers, each section offers a different color and atmosphere.

🔭 Windmill Observatory (풍차전망대) stands at the center of the garden and is a great starting point for exploring the different flower zones.

The recommended walking route takes about 1.5–2 hours, and the mostly flat paths are suitable for families, strollers and wheelchairs.
- 2026 season: August 28 – October 31
- Adults: KRW 10,000
- Children: KRW 4,000
- Part of the admission can be exchanged for Cheorwon Love Gift Certificates (철원사랑상품권).
- Opening hours: 9:00 AM–7:00 PM
- Last ticket sale: 6:00 PM

📍 Goseokjeong Flower Garden (고석정 꽃밭)
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After visiting, you can continue to nearby Hantangang Eunsugyo Bridge (한탄강 은하수교) and Hantangang Columnar Joint Trail (한탄강 주상절리길) for a full autumn day in Cheorwon.

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#전남 일곱계절 정원 - A Hidden Garden Filled with 510 Plant Species

Looking for a peaceful nature escape in Gwangyang, Jeollanam-do (전라남도 광양)? Ilgokyejeol Garden (일곱계절 정원) is a beautiful private garden covering 6,300㎡, filled with 510 plant species and 17,254 trees and plants.

Designed around a naturalistic gardening philosophy, the garden blends flowers, trees, a waterside ecological garden and a rock garden with the surrounding landscape.

The name 일곱계절 means “Seven Seasons”, reflecting the garden owner's idea of enjoying not only the four traditional seasons, but also the transitional periods between them.

- Opening hours: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM, year-round
- Admission: KRW 5,000
- Individual visitors: No reservation required
- Groups: Reservation required

📍 일곱계절 정원
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Nearby: About 20 minutes away is Baealdo Island Garden (#배알도 섬정원), a free and year-round destination where the Seomjin River (#섬진강) meets the sea.

Spend the day surrounded by plants and flowers at Ilgokyejeol (일곱계절), then head to Baealdo (배알도) to enjoy the river, sea and sunset.

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#전라남도 청산도 슬로길 Walk the Slow Roads of Cheongsando (청산도)

Cheongsando Slow Road (청산도 슬로길) offers 11 courses and 17 trails, stretching 42.195 km across coastal paths, stone walls, villages, and terraced rice fields.

- Course 5: 5.54 km | about 125 min
- Course 6: 5.11 km | about 82 min

Highlights include Beombawi (범바위), known for its wide-open views, and Gudeuljang Rice Terraces (구들장논), a unique traditional farming landscape of Cheongsando.

⛴️ From Wando Port (완도항), the ferry takes about 50 minutes. Check the ferry schedule before your trip as departures may change depending on weather and operating conditions.

📍전라남도 완도군 청산면 청산로 46

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#전라남도 #거금도 Geogeumdo Island - A Perfect Korean Island Road Trip

Looking for an island getaway without taking a ferry? Geogeumdo Island (거금도) in Goheung, Jeollanam-do (전라남도 고흥) can be reached directly by road via Geogeum Bridge (거금대교).

Opened in 2011, the 2,028m-long bridge connects the mainland, Soro​kdo Island (소록도) and Geogeumdo, allowing visitors to arrive by car, bicycle or on foot.

🏝️ What to see
- Geogeumdo Coastal Trail (#거금도둘레길)
7 routes covering a total of 42.2 km, perfect for choosing a short walk or exploring the island over several visits.
- Ikgeum Beach (#익금해수욕장)
- Ocheon Pebble Beach (#오천몽돌해변)
- Sowondongsan Observatory (소원동산 전망대)

For hikers, Jeokdaebong Peak (적대봉) rises to 592m, offering panoramic views of the surrounding sea and islands on clear days.

Travel tip: Geogeumdo is a large island, so the easiest way to explore it is by car, while choosing scenic sections of the coastal trail to walk or cycle.

📍 Geogeumdo Island (거금도)
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- Free entry
- Parking available
- Open year-round

From driving across the sea, walking along coastal trails and beaches to hiking a 592m mountain, Geogeumdo (거금도) is a great destination for a relaxing Korean island day trip.

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#경상북도 #부석사 - A Thousand-Year-Old Temple Wrapped in Autumn Colors

Step into history at Buseoksa Temple (부석사) in Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do (경상북도 영주), one of Korea’s historic mountain temples recognized as part of the UNESCO World Heritage site “Sansa, Buddhist Mountain Monasteries in Korea (산사, 한국의 산지승원).”

Founded in 676 by Master Uisang (의상대사), the temple has preserved more than 1,300 years of Buddhist history.

* The autumn walk
A beautiful 800m ginkgo-lined road (은행나무길) leads toward the temple. After passing Iljumun Gate (일주문) and Cheonwangmun Gate (천왕문), visitors climb the famous 108 Steps (108계단) to reach Muryangsujeon Hall (무량수전).

At the top, Anyangnu Pavilion (안양루) offers a spectacular view of the surrounding Sobaeksan Mountain (소백산) ridges.

* Must-see highlights
- Muryangsujeon (무량수전) — one of Korea’s oldest surviving wooden buildings
- Josadang (조사당) and its historic murals
- The legendary Buseok Rock (부석)
- Ancient cultural heritage throughout the temple grounds

🍁 Best time: Mid-to-late October, when the autumn foliage reaches its peak.
📍 Buseoksa Temple (부석사)
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- Admission: Free
- Parking: Free
- Open year-round

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#경상북도 #포항 #내연산 - “I Thought This Was Zhangjiajie!” — A Stunning Autumn Hike in Pohang

Discover Naeyeonsan Mountain (내연산) in Pohang, Gyeongsangbuk-do (경상북도 포항), home to spectacular cliffs, valleys and 12 waterfalls (12폭포).

The main highlight is Yeonsan Waterfall (#연산폭포), a 30m-high waterfall surrounded by dramatic rock cliffs. Nearby Gwaneum Waterfall (관음폭포) and its surrounding gorge offer equally impressive scenery.

Popular hiking routes
* 12 Waterfalls Trail
A 7.5 km circular route taking around 2 hours 40 minutes, starting and ending at Bogyeongsa Temple (보경사).

* Sogeumgang Observatory (#소금강전망대)
Often called “Korea's Zhangjiajie”, this route takes about 2.5–3 hours round trip and offers spectacular views over the valley and cliffs.

* Bogyeongsa Temple (#보경사)
The hike begins at this historic 1,000-year-old temple, founded during the Silla period. Today, the temple and the surrounding waterfall area are open free of charge.

Autumn tip: Start early, as the park operates from 6:00 AM–6:00 PM. Hiking conditions may change depending on the weather.

📍 내연산 보경사 12폭포
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- Admission: Free
- Open: 6:00 AM–6:00 PM

🍁 With autumn foliage, dramatic cliffs, waterfalls and an ancient temple all connected by one trail, Naeyeonsan (내연산) is one of Korea's most impressive autumn hiking destinations.

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#충청남도, #피나클랜드 수목원 - 50 Million Chrysanthemums Cover an Entire Garden in Asan

Looking for an easy autumn day trip in Korea? Pinnacle Land Arboretum (피나클랜드 수목원) in Asan, Chungcheongnam-do (충청남도 아산) is transformed into a spectacular sea of chrysanthemums every autumn.

2026 Pinnacle Land 50 Million Chrysanthemum Festival (2026 아산 피나클랜드 오천만송이 국화축제) runs from September 19 to November 30, 2026.

The huge garden features millions of chrysanthemums across its themed gardens, along with a chrysanthemum tunnel, Moonlight Waterfall (달빛폭포), Sky Garden (하늘정원) and beautiful autumn walking paths.

🎟️ Admission from October 3
Adults: KRW 15,000
Children / Youth / Seniors / Disabled: KRW 13,000
Children under 36 months: Free with proof

🕐 Opening hours
Sun–Fri: 9:00 AM–6:00 PM
Sat: 9:00 AM–9:00 PM
Last admission: 1 hour before closing

- Saturday nights: A fireworks show takes place at 8:30 PM, along with performances and other entertainment.
- You can also enjoy animal feeding, flowerpot activities and stamp missions — making it a fun destination for families.

📍 피나클랜드 수목원
충청남도 아산시 영인면 월선길 20-42

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