Only open for just 6 months? What kind of place is it? A luxury travel destination recommended by the Korea Forest Service

Last year marked the 50th anniversary of land reforestation. The Korea Forest Service selected the "Top 30 Beautiful Forest Trails for Walking," with the number one being the "Inje Birch Forest."

It is also a place with high ecological value for the forest, where you can see birch trees along a forest trail created with a small valley.

Yonghwasan Scenic Road Barefoot Walking Festival

Barefoot walking in the fresh forest

Just walking along the fresh forest trail relieves fatigue and clears the mind. Recently, the "Yonghwasan Scenic Trail Barefoot Walking Festival" hosted by Gangwon Ilbo and Wonju City has become a hot topic. The registration period is from August 12th to September 4th until 6 PM.

Walking approximately 4.4 km barefoot. A total of 500 people will be recruited on a first-come, first-served basis, and registration can be made through the website or by visiting in person. Yonghwasan Scenic Road will host festival events such as a marketplace and face painting, and they are paying attention to safety preparations to ensure participants can walk barefoot safely.

Jeju Hannam Test Forest

Jeju Hannam Test Forest Landscape / Photo = Hannam Test Forest Exploration

The Jeju Hannam Test Forest, which is open for only six months, can also be visited by reservation limited to 300 people per day. It is a forest filled with secrets that allow you to fully experience the seasons from spring to fall. It is located in Namwon-eup, Seogwipo City, and is designated as a national forest.

It is open for about six months from mid-May to the end of October each year, accepting only pre-booked limited personnel. The exploration course of Hannam Test Forest, known as the "Secret Forest," varies in duration depending on the course, and generally takes about two hours to reach the cedar exhibition forest.

Ulsan Daewoon Mountain Healing Forest

Daewoon Mountain Healing Forest Trail / Photo = Korea Tourism Organization Kim Ji-ho

Next, I will introduce <Ulsan Daewoon Mountain Healing Forest>. It is Ulsan's first wellness tourist destination, a place where you can escape the city and relax while enjoying clean air, trees, and the sound of water.

Hwasun Mothusan Cypress Forest Trail

Mohu Mountain Cypress Forest Path Scenery / Photo=Online Community

The last place I would like to introduce is the <Hwasun Mohu Mountain Cypress Forest Trail>, which helps promote health. It is a path along Naenamcheon, lined with cypress trees on both sides, allowing you to enjoy the scent of phytoncides and heal.

One of the reasons barefoot walking is gaining attention is because it is effective in improving blood circulation and relieving stress. Walking barefoot comfortably along the Momhusam Hinoki Forest Path allows for a massage-like experience, making you feel healthier.

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Information for those traveling during the Chuseok holiday period

I thought it would be good to share.

I was impressed by the Jirisan Silver Birch Forest.

I mainly went during the Chuseok holiday and the autumn foliage season.

I can't express it perfectly, but I would definitely recommend that you visit at least once.