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Songjeong Recreational Forest (송정 자연휴양림) - Homepage : www.foresttrip.go.kr - Tel : +82-54-979-6600 Songjeong Recreational Forest is located at the foot of Gibansan Mountain (464.7 meters). The forest is filled with wild flora and fauna and is a habitat for many wild animals like hare and roe deer. “House in the Forest,” the park's accommodation for visitors, is made of all natural, eco-friendly materials such as red clay and logs. Situated within close vicinity of urban areas, it serves as the perfect weekend getaway for those who want a refreshing break in the woods. - Address : 88, Bangye 3-gil, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : 500 people per day - Experienceable age : - Experience guide : [Forest Explanation Program] Period: March-November Time: 10:00 / 13:30 / 16:00 Limit: 4-20 people * Refer to the website for details. - Inquiries and Guides • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more inf...

Bokjusan National Recreational Forest (국립 복주산자연휴양림) - Homepage : www.foresttrip.go.kr - Tel : +82-33-458-9426 Bokjusan National Recreational Forest was officially designated as a national recreational forest in 1998. It is a home to a wide variety of flora and fauna, as well as numerous recreational facilities including two hiking routes (2.5 ㎞ and 1.5 ㎞) to the Bokjusan Mountain summit, Forest Recreation Center equipped with 10 guest rooms, and a campground. Just 15 minutes by car from the forest is Maewoldae, where Joseon dynasty scholar and author Kim Si-Seup lived in seclusion. Maewoldae is surrounded by a lush forest with a deep valley, and also offers a magnificent view of Seonampokpo Falls at the foot of the mountain standing across. At the entrance of Maewoldae is the Cheongseokgol Outdoor Studio, where popular Korean TV dramas such as "Im KkokJong (1996)" and "Damo (2003)" were filmed. - Address : 818, Haojae-ro, Cheorwon-gun, Gangwon-do ※ Introduction ...

Baegunsan Recreational Forest (백운산자연휴양림) - Homepage : gwangyang.go.kr/bwmt/bmt - Tel : +82-61-797-2655 Located in Baegunsan Mountain is a recreational forest that is a testament to Korea's rich ecosystem. Home to many rare fauna and flora, the area brims with diverse attractions. Come springtime, visitors can find the maple sap, a mineral-rich liquid from a local deciduous tree of the maple family, known for its medicinal benefits. Indeed, this is a recreational forest cradled in the arms of nature. With the towering Baegunsan peak, scaling 1,222 meters, as its crown jewel, the landscape unfolds like a tapestry woven with harmonious blends of man-made and natural pine forests. Journey through the cedar and cypress woods, and one will find the valley that evokes sheer wonder. Close by, history whispers through the ancient Ongnyongsa Temple Site, where Doseonguksa dedicated 35 years to ascetic practices. As February turns to March, over 7,000 camellias blossom around this sacred si...

Gildong Ecological Park (길동생태공원) - Homepage : parks.seoul.go.kr - Tel : +82-2-489-2770 Gildong Ecological Park was founded by the Seoul government by restoring the wetland on the side of Cheonho-daero. The park maintains and preserves a wide range of flora and fauna in their natural habitats, allowing park visitors to observe plants, animals and insects in a natural ecosystem, and to learn about the importance of nature conservation. The 80,683 ㎡ park is divided into a wetland zone, forest zone, and grassland zone. Amenities include an outdoor classroom, outdoor exhibition space, observation deck, pergolas, and more. The bird observation platform in particular is a great way to birdwatch in the urban landscape. - Address : 1291, Cheonho-daero, Gangdong-gu, Seoul ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : [Park admission] 50 people per hour [Programs] 15~30 people per group - Experience guide : Program schedule changes monthly * Online reservation required - Inquiries and Guides •...