Bukhansan National Park

Since ancient times, the five major mountains representing the north, west, east, south, and central region were called the “Ohak”. These mountains were considered sacred, believed to be home to guardian deities, and were sites for ceremonial rites. Of the Five major mountains, the one representing the central region of South Korea is none other than Bukhansan Mountain.

Designated as Korea’s 15th national park, Bukhansan Mountain has many names. “Hwasan” meaning “shining mountain” and “Samgaksan” meaning “triangle mountain,” are named as its three peaks forming a triangular shape. Located in Seoul and Gyeonggi-do, the heart of the country, it is a rare example of an urban natural park on a global scale. With Uiryeong as the border, the northern area is known as the Dobongsan region, while the southern area is referred to as the Bukhansan region.

Bukhansan National Park is composed of a granite foundation offering a variety of geological attractions formed through centuries of weathering and erosion. Insubong Peak, Samobawi Rock, and Gucheongyegok Valley are some great examples.

Bukhansan National Park serves as the "green lungs" of the metropolitan area. It is easily accessible from anywhere in the city. It even holds a Guinness World Record as the "most visited national park per unit area."

When city life feels overwhelming, why not visit Bukhansan National Park, rising between the city’s tall buildings, to refresh your mind and body?