We all went hiking up Namhae’s famed Geum-San for a friend’s birthday and encountered some beautiful views not only out to sea but also back towards the mainland of the Korean Peninsula.
The hike we picked was designed to take 90 mins. but there are many opportunities to stop and rest or take some nice photos along the way. Most notable along the way are Ssanghongmun (Gate of Double Rainbows) and Boriam Temple. Both provide picturesque views but the best spot has to be at the top.
There are a couple of places to get food at the beginning of the trail if you are in need of nourishment. The food is probably better served for after the hike so one can enjoy some makgeoli and pajeon in celebration!
Getting there is not too easy but not too difficult. Take a bus to Namhae and the more wallet-friendly way to get to Geumsan is to then buy a bus ticket that takes you to 금산입구(Geumsan ibgu or Geumsan Entrance). The cost is about 4,000 won. It will leave from the same platform as arrivals but the small terminal makes the departure gate easy to find. The bus should not take too long to get out there. There are a few stops but it didn’t take longer than 20-30 minutes. You can take a taxi but I can assure you that the fare will be much more expensive than a bus.
Enjoy the photos!
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