Discover Sokcho, a South Korean seaside jewel known for its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage, located in Gangwon Province. Travellers seeking an authentic Korean experience are captivated by Sokcho's lively markets and immaculate beaches. Amid its attractions, the historic Gwongeumseong Fortress atop Seoraksan Mountain can be easily reached with ease thanks to the Sokcho Seorak Cable Car, a beacon of adventure. Enjoy expansive views of the surroundings, making it a must-visit location on any agenda for Sokcho.

The 1.6-kilometer Sokcho Seorak Cable Car climbs almost 600 metres across challenging mountain terrain to connect the picturesque coastal city of Sokcho with the magnificent Seoraksan National Park. This amazing engineering achievement, run by the Korea Trail, has a transfer point halfway through its course. Enclosed gondolas transport passengers on a captivating voyage that rewards them with breath-taking vistas of the granite peaks and lush valleys below. Travellers can immerse themselves in the park's natural splendour by hiking on the network of paths that are accessible when reaching the upper terminal. This place offers the chance to explore the old Gwongeumseong area amidst its serene beauty, providing a cultural element to this unique experience.

The voyage begins with expansive views of the coastal city and the East Sea as you climb into the enclosed cable car gondola in Sokcho. However, when the cable car climbs the lower slopes of Seoraksan Mountain, the surroundings quickly give way to a deep forest. Magnificent granite cliff faces and rugged peaks fill the frame, revealing the unadulterated beauty that this national park is known for. The route rises gently, taking you over valleys of forest and beyond waterfalls that tumble down high cliffs. The views get bigger and more breathtaking as you ascend higher, and when you reach the upper station, you're fully immersed in the mountain landscape and ready to explore the hiking routes. The cable car ride, which takes around seven or eight minutes, is a simple yet exciting method to explore Seoraksan's natural beauty.

The alpine landscape of Seoraksan National Park immediately envelops visitors as soon as they step off the cable car in the Gwongeumseong area. Numerous hiking paths depart from the upper station and go to some of the park's most well-known sights. A well-travelled path leads past the impressive remnants of the Gwongeumseong Fortress and along a picturesque ridge line to the well-known Ulsan Bawi Rocks, which are enormous granite outcrops with expansive valley vistas. Other paths meander through gnarled Korean fir forests to serene temples such as Sinheungsa or ascend to elevated vistas with views of waterfalls such as Biryong Pokpo.

With maps and signage available, explorers can easily plan a route to suit their interests and abilities, stopping to admire the Buddhist carvings, rare flora and fauna, and endlessly photogenic landscapes that define the Seoraksan experience after ascending via cable car.

While there is no shortage of hiking and sightseeing options at Seoraksan National Park, there are several other noteworthy attractions in the Sokcho area that are well worth visiting. The picturesque Sokcho Beach Park, which follows the East Sea shoreline, is easily accessible by automobile from the cable car base. Abai Village, a quaint village featuring thatched-roof cottages, offers a look into traditional life. The Sokchonhyonggyo, a centuries-old Confucian school building, may be of interest to history buffs. The oddly shaped Oksunbong Peak is about an hour away, and trails lead up to magnificent views of East Korea.

The port city of Gangnueng, with its fresh seafood markets and coastline fort remains from the Goryeo era, is a great place for anyone looking for an urban experience. These side excursions, which are conveniently accessible from Sokcho, let tourists fully take advantage of the region's many natural, cultural, and historical assets.

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