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Climbing Hallasan: The Highest Point in South Korea

A shield volcano in the middle of an island, a crater lake at the top, two long summit trails with cut off times, and a booking system to read before you go.

Seoraksan in Autumn: The Best Two Weeks in Korea

Granite ridges, a cable car, a temple in a bowl of mountains and a colour front that comes down from the peaks to the valleys over a fortnight in October.

Jeju Island Guide: Volcanoes, Beaches and the Slow Life

A first-timer guide to Jeju: the volcano and lava tubes, the best beaches and waterfalls, coastal walking trails, the island food, how to get there and get around, and how many days you really need.