Bukhansan Monument
북한산 신라 진흥왕 순수비 · 용산동
National Treasure No. 3 of South Korea. A stele erected by King Jinheung of Silla after inspecting the newly conquered border area.
Contents
10 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Bukhansan Monument Commemorating the Border Inspection of King Jinheung of Silla4:03
Welcome, esteemed traveler, to the majestic granite peaks of Bukhansan National Park. I am your guide, and today we embark on a journey that transcends mere physical exertion. …
Listen in the app2The Jingwansa Temple Trailhead4:08
We begin our journey near the tranquil grounds of Jingwansa Temple. As you step away from the public parking area and the nearby traditional Hanok village, notice how quickly the atmosphere shifts. …
Listen in the app3Ascending the Gija Ridge3:43
The path now steepens significantly as we merge onto the Gija Ridge. Notice how the soft dirt trail transitions into harsh, uneven granite steps. …
Listen in the app4The Vistas of Hyangnobong Peak4:12
Congratulations on reaching the soaring heights of Hyangnobong Peak. The world suddenly bursts open before us. …
Listen in the app5Gwanbong Observation Point and the Dark Ages3:29
We have now traversed to the rocky outcrop known as Gwanbong. This is arguably the finest observation point on our journey. …
Listen in the app6The Base of Bibong and the Scholar's Discovery3:33
We have descended slightly from the ridges and now stand at the rugged, heavily shaded base of Bibong Peak. This spot marks a crucial intersection, where the trails from Seunggasa Temple merge with the main ridge path. …
Listen in the app7Scaling the Rhinoceros Rock3:28
The time has come for the final, and most physically demanding, segment of our journey. Before us lies the steep, intimidating granite face of Bibong. …
Listen in the app8The Summit of Bibong and the Replica3:29
You have done it. You have conquered the steep granite slopes and are now standing upon the absolute summit of Bibong Peak. …
Listen in the app9Bukhansan Monument Commemorating the Border Inspection of King Jinheung of Silla5:18
Stand directly before the towering stele that dominates the peak of Bibong. What you are looking at is a highly accurate, meticulously crafted replica of the original Bukhansan Monument on the Inspection Tour of King Jinheung. …
Listen in the app10Closing3:07
As our journey draws to a close, take a final, long look around you from the windswept summit of Bibong. The sprawling, dynamic city of Seoul continues its restless, modern rhythm far below, largely oblivious to the deep currents…
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What is Bukhansan Monument?
Bukhansan Monument is a place in 용산동 with 10 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 용산동 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 10 |
| Total length | 38 min 30 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 37.5242, 126.9803 |
| Last updated |
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