After the heat of summer, the cool air of fall brings a burst of color to the trees throughout Korea. This year’s first foliage will begin at Seoraksan Mountain on October 3, followed by Bukhansan Mountain on October 23, Jirisan Mountain on October 28, and Hallasan Mountain on October 31, with peak foliage expected throughout the country from mid-October through early November. Accordingly, Seoraksan Mountain is expected to reach its peak on October 25, followed by Bukhansan Mountain on November 4, Jirisan Mountain on November 5, Naejangsan Mountain on November 11, and Hallasan Mountain on November 13.
Popular fall foliage attractions in Seoul include Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul Forest, Olympic Park, and N Seoul Tower. Famous fall foliage attractions on the outskirts of Seoul include Hwadam Botanic Garden, Nami Island, and The Garden of Morning Calm. For visitors looking to travel further away, beautiful fall foliage can be found at the Ginkgo Forest in Hongcheon, Jangtaesan Mountain in Daejeon, Baegyangsa Temple in Jangseong, and Bulguksa Temple in Gyeongju.
* The actual fall foliage dates may change depending on weather conditions.
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