Mt. Yongma: Nature's Shelter in the City
Location and public transportation
Yongmasan is a mountain that spans Jungnang-gu and Guri-si in northeastern Seoul. It is a 15-minute walk from Yongmasan Station on Subway Line 7. If you take the bus, you can get off at Yongmasan Station and a nearby bus stop and access it easily.
parking facilities
There is also a public parking lot at the entrance of Yongmasan Mountain, making it convenient for visitors who use their own cars. The parking lot is located near the entrance of Yongmasan Mountain, and you can park without much inconvenience on weekends.
a walking course
Yongmasan Mountain's representative walking course is the Yongmasan Dulegil. It is about 5 km long, which takes about 2 hours on a slow walk. Although the slopes of Yongmasan Mountain are relatively steep, there are benches and observation decks where you can rest, so you can enjoy the walk according to your physical strength. From the top, you can view downtown Seoul, the Han River, and even Bukhansan Mountain in the distance. Especially, the fall leaves are beautiful in the fall, so many people visit there.
The Meaning of Mt. Yongma to the Local Residents
Yongmasan Mountain is an important resting place and sports space for local residents. It is popular as a family outing place, and it is a precious space where you can feel nature up close. Also, Yongmasan Mountain has a special meaning for the residents as it contains various historical stories. In particular, the city of Guri, located near Yongmasan Mountain, has the birthplace of Dasan Jeong Yak-yong, which allows visitors to explore history.
A nice place to look around together
After visiting Mt. Yongma, it is also a good option to visit the nearby Guri Tower. The tower boasts beautiful views, where you can enjoy the views of Seoul and the Han River in one glance. It is also recommended to enjoy the Jungnang Stream bike path by walking or riding a bike along the Jungnang Stream.
Seoul`s Park Information for Korean
https://parks.seoul.go.kr/template/sub/seoulforest.do
Seoul`s Park Information for English
Official Website of the Seoul Metropolitan Government -
The Official Website of Seoul. You can view a wealth of information about the city, including the main policies, history, culture, tourism, metropolitan experience, medical welfare, transportation, etc., along with an overall introduction to the city such
english.seoul.go.kr
I hope you have a pleasant and safe trip in Korea.
