Bukhansan National Park

National Park · Seoul, 🇰🇷 South Korea

Area 76 km²

Time zone Asia/Seoul

Official website bukhan.knps.or.kr/main/main_park_bukhan.do

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Bukhansan National Park: Unmissable Highlights

Bukhansan National Park features the historic Bukhansanseong Fortress, a 12.7-kilometer defensive wall originally constructed in 1711 during the Joseon Dynasty. This selection highlights key fortress gates like the high-altitude Baegunbongammun and the royal Daeseongmun, alongside archaeological treasures such as the Silla-era Monument of King Jinheung. Visitors can explore granite landmarks like Elephant Rock and access the trail network through the main information center. The trails connect historic mountain peaks with ancient stone architecture, offering insight into Seoul’s military history and natural geology.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: May, October

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Typical weather in January

Poor

1° (feels like -3°) · extremes -16°–7°
-8° at night
5 rainy days
15 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in February

Poor

4° (feels like 0°) · extremes -12°–10°
-5° at night
4 rainy days
14 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in March

Poor

10° (feels like 6°) · extremes -5°–16°
0° at night
7 rainy days
13 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in April

Good

16° (feels like 14°) · extremes 0°–22°
6° at night
9 rainy days
11 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in May

Great

22° · extremes 7°–26°
12° at night
10 rainy days
12 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in June

Good

26° (feels like 29°) · extremes 13°–30°
18° at night
11 rainy days
8 sunny days
Humid air
Calm winds

Typical weather in July

Poor

29° (feels like 34°) · extremes 18°–33°
22° at night
18 rainy days
6 sunny days
Oppressive humidity
Calm winds

Typical weather in August

Poor

29° (feels like 34°) · extremes 18°–33°
23° at night
16 rainy days
9 sunny days
Oppressive humidity
Calm winds

Typical weather in September

Good

25° (feels like 28°) · extremes 10°–30°
17° at night
9 rainy days
12 sunny days
Humid air
Calm winds

Typical weather in October

Great

19° (feels like 18°) · extremes 2°–24°
9° at night
8 rainy days
14 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in November

Poor

11° (feels like 8°) · extremes -4°–17°
2° at night
6 rainy days
15 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Typical weather in December

Poor

4° (feels like 0°) · extremes -11°–10°
-4° at night
5 rainy days
14 sunny days
Dry air
Calm winds

Climate data: Open-Meteo Climate API (EC_Earth3P_HR) · 1991–2020

Practical information

Currency: South Korean Won KRW ₩ · Card payments · Widely accepted
Electricity: Type C / Type F
220 V · 60 Hz

Languages: Korean
Tap water: Safe to drink
Driving side: Right
Calling code: +82

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