Bukhansan, Seoul’s most beloved mountain, was more than I had hoped for. ; Photo, Insubong, 인수봉, a sacred place for rock climbers in Korea
The moment I stepped out of the nearest subway station, the mountain’s majestic presence unfolded before me.Near the summit, the view opened without warning. Seoul stretched endlessly below, a vast panorama where the city and the mountains seemed to exist in quiet harmony.Near the summit, the path circles around towering granite cliffs, resembling a journey through a grand stone palace crafted by nature over countless years.I chose not to push on to the summit, but the walk among the magnificent granite landscape was more than enough. The quiet beauty of the mountain had already given me a memorable journey.Standing among these immense rocks near the summit, I found myself wondering how such a vast granite landscape came to exist here. The mystery and beauty of nature left me quietly in awe.Only thirty minutes after leaving the mountain behind, I was back in the center of Seoul. The seamless harmony between the city’s vibrant life and the quiet presence of nature left me with a deep appreciation for this remarkable place.
