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Uidong Valley, Seoul: A Mountain Stream Below Bukhansan

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Uidong Valley (우이동계곡) is a signature valley of Gangbuk, lying between Dobongsan and Bukhansan in northern Seoul. A clear stream flows down from Bukhansan through Ui-dong, with walking paths along the water. Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1) Ui Gugok: The Nine Bends The stream's nine bends are called Ui Gugok . The name was given by the scholar Hong Yang-ho (pen name Igye), who lived here from 1762. He loved the valley so much that he named nine spots along it and wrote Uidong Gugokgi , a record of the nine bends. It remains Seoul's only work of gugok literature. Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1) Things to See and Do Walks along the stream: Stairs and walking paths run along the valley. Summer by the water: Shady paths and water play make the valley a cool escape from the summer heat. Food by the stream: Restaurants sit along the stream. Chicken porridge (dakjuk) is considered a summer delicacy. Temples up the valley: About 20 min...
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Buramsan, Seoul: Rocky Summit Hike in Nowon

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Buramsan (불암산, 508 m) stands on the border between Nowon-gu in Seoul and Byeollae-myeon in Namyangju. It is the lowest of the five mountains on Seoul's outer edge, but its summit is solid rock with wide views.

Hikers on the rocky summit of Buramsan

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

About Buramsan

The name Buramsan ("Buddha Rock Mountain") comes from its shape, which is said to look like the Buddha wearing a monk's hat. It is also called Cheonbosan and Pilamsan. Across Deongneung Pass lies its neighbor, Suraksan.

Wooden deck trail with city views on Buramsan

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Things to See and Do

  • Rocky summit: The top of the mountain is all rock, with sweeping scenery.
  • Long ridges: The forest is not dense, so the long ridges offer open views.
  • Spring azaleas: In spring, azaleas bloom across the mountain like a flower garden.
Hikers crossing rocks on Buramsan

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Stairs on a rock face of Buramsan

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Before You Go

  • Buramsan is open 24 hours a day. Admission is free.
  • Like Bukhansan, Dobongsan and Gwanaksan, Buramsan is easy to reach by public transport.
Temple with lanterns below a large rock on Buramsan

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Basic Information

NameBuramsan (불암산)
AddressSanggye-dong, Nowon-gu, Seoul
서울특별시 노원구 상계동
Height508 m
HoursOpen 24 hours
AdmissionFree
ContactNowon-gu Office, +82-2-2116-4939

How to Get There

  • Subway: Sanggye Station (Line 4), Exit 1. About 650 m to the trail area.
Forest trail on Buramsan

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Map

Tips

  • The summit area is bare rock, so wear shoes with good grip.
  • Come in spring to see the azaleas in bloom.

Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI), KOGL Type 1

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