The beauty of nature knows no bounds on South Korea’s tallest mountain!
Hallasan National Park offers its visitors a scenic walk ending with a spectacular bird’s eye view of Jeju Island - provided you can make it to the top of Hallasan Mountain, the tallest mountain in South Korea. Towering over the island at a stunning height of 1,950 metres above sea level, Hallasan Mountain, also known as Yeongjusan Mountain, certainly deserves its name, which means “Mountain high enough to pull the galaxy”.
Journey up the mountain along the designated hiking trails, while exploring the vast array of over 1800 species of plants that can be spotted along the mountainside. At the top of the mountain, be rewarded with a spectacular view of the island, a picturesque spread of grassy slopes and peaceful meadows filled with vibrant wildflowers. A viewing platform offers you a glimpse of Baeknokdam Crater too, a captivating crater with an enchanting blue lake surrounded by lush hills. With unparalleled views of Jeju Island, this challenging but rewarding hike is not to be missed.
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