Gwanaksan Mountain (관악산)

Overview

Reaching 632.2 meters in x_height, Gwanaksan Mountain is the symbol and pride of Gwanak-gu district in Seoul. Most of the cultural heritages of the district originate 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 residentsto 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.

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Contact

• ☎️+82-2-879-6521
• 🏠www.gwanak.go.kr

Directions

[Bus]
Take Bus No. 501, 5412, 5515, 5516, 5517, 5528, 5614, 6512, 6513, or 6514.

• Get off at Seoul National University Entrance bus stop.
  
  

[Subway]
Seoul National University Station (Seoul Subway Line 2), Exit 3.

• Transfer to any bus bound for Seoul National University Entrance bus stop.