Reaching an altitude of 1,947 metres, it is the highest peak in South Korea. Mount Hallasan is surrounded by hiking trails that wind through dense forest, lava fields and alpine meadows.

Due to heavy snowfall, the Baengnokdam East Ridge at the summit of Hallasan has been closed for the 30th day. A view near the summit of Hallasan in mid-Feb. /Courtesy of Hallasan National Park ...