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Can I See Snow In Seoul In The Winter?
I cannot count the number of times I’ve seen this question pop up in my inbox. If you’re traveling to Korea in the winter and wondering if you’ll get to see snow in Seoul or just wondering where to see snow in Korea at all, I get it. Snow is a quintessential part of winter and if you’ve traveled from a warmer country, I totally understand the interest. You might get lucky and see snow in Seoul, but if you want to see snow for sure, I’ve created a list of places to see snow in Korea and detailed the best snow-covered sights. From winter festivals in Korea to snowcapped…
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Best Winter Hike In Seoul: The Seoul Fortress Wall on Bugaksan Mountain
Huge flakes of snow were falling from the sky and to most it would have seemed an inopportune time to head out to hike along the Seoul Fortress Wall on Bugaksan Mountain (북악산), but plans had been made and the hiking club members, no strangers to adverse hiking conditions, suited up to head out into the cold. If you’re looking for one of the best hikes in Seoul no matter the weather, this is it. Snow keeps many people away from the mountains, but for those that do make it out, it can be an extra special time to hike in the quiet after the snow and the calm surroundings…