Gwon Geum Seong Fortress — Attraction in Sokcho-si

⛅ Beautiful views can be seen clearly depending on the weather and season at that time. A very beautiful view can be seen when the weather is clear, but only clouds can be seen when it is raining.

🕖 The later it gets, the more visitors come, so come as early as possible before it gets crowded so you can freely go up and down the stairs to see the beautiful views around.

👣 Watch your step! The stairs there are very steep and even tend to be slippery due to the humid temperature at the top.

👣 Outside the building there is a small temple, to get there you have to go through a slippery and narrow path, after that you will walk over large, sharp and steep rocks, because it is on a rocky mountain. Be careful!

🔭 There are some fairly large binoculars that can be used to view distant views, but it is a shame that they require coins to be used.

🍽️ There is a food, drink and ice cream sales area available

💨 Poor air circulation in the food sales area. Smoke, aroma and heat spread throughout the dining room, when the room should be fresh and cool because of its location on the top of the mountain. Don't know if there is a system that regulates air circulation there or not, but if there is, it doesn't...

I don't know. Should I take the cable car up to see such a wonderful place without difficulty (I have a very bad feeling about mountains), or should I come here comfortably and feel sorry for the mountain because disabled, physically challenged, or weak people can come and see it like this? Haha. In the future, if I have the stamina and time, I would like to climb it one step at a time... wouldn't I feel less sorry about Mt....

설악산에 가면 꼭 들러야 하는 핫플! 바로 권금성이에요. 케이블카 타고 올라가면 뷰가 미쳤어요. 진짜 그림 속에 들어온 느낌! 올라가는 길도 꽤 설레는데, 정상에서 탁 트인 풍경 보면 피로가 싹~ 바위산과 초록 숲, 아래 펼쳐진 속초 시내까지 한눈에 보여요. 날씨 좋을 땐 바다까지 보인다는 거, 실화에요! 사진 찍기 딱 좋고, 인생샷 건지기 쉬운 곳! 정상까지 걷는 길은 살짝 경사 있지만 누구나 도전할 만해요. 운동화만 신으면 전혀 문제 없고, 오히려 산책하는 기분이에요. 공기도 맑고 바람도 시원해서 한참 머물고 싶었어요. 자연 속에서 힐링하고 싶다면 무조건 추천! 설악산 초보라면 여기부터 시작해보세요. 진짜 강추! 🌲🏞️

🇺🇸 English Review – Gwongeumseong Fortress, Seoraksan If you're heading to Seoraksan, Gwongeumseong Fortress is an absolute must-visit! You take a cable car up the mountain, and the view? Mind-blowing. It literally feels like stepping into a fantasy painting. The ride up is smooth and exciting, and once you reach the top, it’s all worth it. You get this panoramic view of rocky peaks, lush forests, and even Sokcho city below. On clear days, you can even see the ocean—seriously! It’s the perfect spot for photos, so don’t forget your camera. There’s a short hike from the cable car station to the fortress site—it’s a bit steep but totally doable. Just wear comfy shoes and take your time. The air is super fresh, the breeze is amazing, and you’ll just want to stay up there forever. If you’re new to Seoraksan or want an easy but stunning nature experience, this is the place to start. Highly...