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Inwangsan
A granite peak just west of central Seoul. Round-trip in about 2 hours, with a sweeping view down to Gwanghwamun and the Blue House.
Style
Nature
Good for
SoloCoupleFriends
Pace
Very activeBudget
BudgetIdeal length
1–2 days3–4 days
Best season
SpringFall
Travel tips
- 1Closed Mondays — plan around it.
- 2ID required at access gates.
- 3Wear hiking shoes; rocks get slick.
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