Gwanaksan Mountain (관악산)
Reaching 632.2 meters in x_height, Gwanaksan Mountain is the symbol and pride of Gwanak-gu district in Seoul. Most of the cultural heritage of the district originates from Gwanaksan Mountain. Since it was designated as a city natural park in 1968, it has continued to serve as a favorite place for relaxation and excursion for Seoul citizens. The various rocky peaks and the deep valleys give the mountain a rugged feel. The mountain's size and close proximity to Seoul make it easy for Seoul residents to make a day trip.
In the spring, cherry blossoms are in full bloom near the entrance to the mountain, and a Rhododendron Festival is held when the rhododendrons are in full bloom. At the mountain's summit are Wongaksa Temple and Yeonjuam Hermitage, which were built by Taejo Yi Seong-gye (the founder of the Joseon dynasty) to ward off misfortune when he decided to move the capital to Seoul. There are also other temples and hermitages, and a ground radar observation post. Yeonjudae Hermitage, located atop a cliff, is where all the hiking trails of Gwanaksan Mountain meet.
- Holiday
- N/A (Open all year round)
- Parking
- Available
- Inquiries
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• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-2-879-6521
- Restrooms
- Available
- 2024-12-26 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-12-27 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-12-28 Poor
- Not recommended for outdoor activities
- 2024-12-29 Poor
- Not recommended for outdoor activities
- 2024-12-30 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2024-12-31 Fair
- Caution advised
- 2025-01-01 Poor
- Not recommended for outdoor activities
- Initial Registration Date
- 2012-03-07 00:42
- Last Updated
- 2023-01-02 15:58
- Inquiry
- +82-2-879-6521
- Homepage
- www.gwanak.go.kr
- Address
- [08826] Gwanak-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
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