Seonunsan

#254 among destinations in South Korea

Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain

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Seonunsan is a mountain of Jeollabuk-do, western South Korea, with an elevation of 336 metres. It is a popular destination for hiking, with a variety of trails, some leading to a giant 13m carving of Buddha on a cliff, which dates back to the Goryeo dynasty. It is also one of the premier sport climbing destinations in South Korea, having perhaps the highest concentration of difficult routes in the country. ()

Local name: 선운산 Elevation: 1102 ftCoordinates: 35°30'29"N, 126°34'16"E

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Jeollabuk-doSouth Korea

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Seonunsan – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Seonunsa, Poet Midang Memorial Hall, Gochang Dolmen Site.

0.9 miSE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Seonunsa
23 min walk • Nestled amidst the lush forests of Gochang County in South Korea, Seonunsa Temple is a tranquil retreat that has stood as a testament to the country's Buddhist heritage for over a millennium. Established during the Baekje Dynasty in the 6th century, this serene...
2.9 miNE
Museum
Poet Midang Memorial Hall
75 min walk • Poet Midang Memorial Hall is a memorial hall built in Seonun-ri, Buan-myeon, Gochang-gun, Jeollabuk-do. It was opened in the fall of 2001 with the backing of the Gochang county governor. It was newly remodeled from a closed elementary school. Seo Jeong-ju's birthplace and tomb complex are nearby.
6.4 miSE
35°26'30"N • 126°39'4"E
Gochang Dolmen Site
164 min walk