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Sokcho

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Photographing Sokcho

Sokcho is a coastal city on South Korea's northeastern shore, set between the East Sea and the rugged peaks of Seoraksan National Park. It combines beaches and a working fishing harbor with one of the country's most celebrated mountain parks.

Where to shoot

  • Seoraksan National Park — granite peaks and ravines famed for autumn foliage, reached by cable car to Gwongeumseong
  • Sinheungsa Temple — a historic temple with a large bronze Buddha at the foot of Seoraksan
  • Abai Village — a refugee-founded waterfront district reached by a hand-pulled raft ferry
  • Sokcho Beach — a broad East Sea strand beside the harbor and lighthouse

When to go

Autumn (October) is spectacular for foliage in nearby Seoraksan, while summer draws beachgoers; spring is mild and winter offers a quiet coastal escape.

What to eat

Fresh East Sea seafood including squid; ojingeo sundae (stuffed squid); and the distinctive dishes of Abai Village such as abai sundae.

Where to stay

Basing near Sokcho's beach and harbor keeps the seafront close, while lodging near the Seoraksan park entrance suits early mountain access.

Seoraksan's foliage peaks in October and draws large crowds, so an early start at the cable car or trailheads means quieter trails and clearer views of the colored ridges.

Read more in South Korea: Seoul, Busan & the Provinces.

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