When mentioning the autumn in Korea, Pham Trong Nghia (33 years old), who has lived and worked in the land of kimchi for many years, cannot help but feel nostalgic. For him, autumn is not only a change in the weather, but also the time when Korean nature puts on a brilliant, vibrant coat. This is the season of red and yellow leaves, the season of warm traditional festivals, and also the season when with every step on the streets, people's hearts seem to be lost in the colors of the leaves.
For Nghia, autumn is not only a change in weather, but also the time when Korean nature puts on a brilliant, vibrant coat.
Special autumn in Korea
“After a hot summer, autumn comes like a new breeze, bringing coolness and comfort. The weather is chilly, the sun is clear, the landscape is filled with yellow and red leaves, creating a rare poetic space,” Trong Nghia shared. Having a passion for photography, every autumn, he takes his camera everywhere, capturing beautiful moments of Korean nature. For him, the beauty of autumn in this country is not only in the natural scenery, but also in the image of people living in harmony with the new season. People often wear beautiful clothes, walk in the autumn sky, everyone is happy and full of positive energy.
It seemed everyone was delighted with the dreamy scenery of autumn.
According to Nghia, the Korean autumn would not be complete without a trip to the most beautiful leaf-viewing spots such as Naejangsan, Goesan, and Gangchon Seom. In particular, Naejangsan National Park is always the top choice with its "heavenly" autumn scenery. "I always remember the feeling when I entered Naejangsan, like being lost in a colorful garden. The whole forest was covered with bright red, green, yellow, and orange maple leaves. When climbing the mountain and looking down, the scenery was like a multi-colored painting. In particular, the road leading to Naejangsan had two rows of maple leaves connecting to form an arch, I was small walking among the brilliant foliage, feeling like I was in another world," he recounted with passion.
To fully experience the autumn in Korea, Nghia recommends traveling from the North to the South. Because of the weather in Korea, the leaves in the North will change color earlier, from the end of October, while in the South, the leaves will only start to turn golden from the first week of November. By mid-November, everywhere is covered with red and yellow leaves, most beautiful in just two short weeks.
“If possible, plan a detailed schedule, ask local people for advice, or consult experts for timing predictions so you don’t miss any moment,” Nghia shared his experience.
Autumn in Korea is the ideal time to immerse yourself in nature and enjoy the tranquil beauty of the land and sky.
Fall activities not to be missed
Not only does it have beautiful scenery, autumn in Korea is also an opportunity for Nghia to freely participate in interesting activities and experience traditional culture. One of his simple but poetic pleasures is walking along the streets to watch the falling leaves, breathing in the fresh air and looking at the streets covered with colorful leaves. For those who love nostalgia, going to the royal palace and trying on a traditional hanbok is a great way to feel the old rhythm of Korean life in the quiet, ancient atmosphere.
Besides, autumn is also the perfect time to sit and enjoy coffee, enjoy the autumn scenery through the glass windows at quiet cafes, where just a warm cup of coffee can make people feel more peaceful and gentle.
Walking in the autumn scenery with the chilly weather, people's hearts also seem to soften.
Autumn is also the season of unique traditional festivals, giving locals and tourists the opportunity to immerse themselves in the bustling atmosphere. One of Nghia's unforgettable memories is the contest at the traditional market near his house, organized by the local government to attract more people to the traditional market, in the context of modern supermarkets becoming more popular. He excitedly recalled: "That year, everyone participating in this contest just had to go to the traditional market, take photos, post them on social networks, and the photo with the most likes would win the prize. I was lucky to win second prize and found that, through this contest, we not only had more happy moments, but also connected more with each other."
Surely everyone will be moved by this scene.
Korean Autumn - The Season of the Most Beautiful Moments
Autumn in the land of kimchi is the most beautiful time of the year, lasting only about 15 days but enough for Nghia and many tourists to feel the wonderful beauty that nature has to offer. From the yellow, red, and orange colors of maple leaves to the romantic roads, traditional festivals, and outdoor activities, autumn in Korea is a time that everyone should experience once in their life.
Autumn in Korea is a time that everyone should experience once in their life.
For Nghia, every autumn returning to Korea is always an opportunity for him to immerse himself in peaceful moments, in the ancient yet modern space of this country. Although the time is short, the feeling left behind will never fade, like a beautiful memory film that will remain forever in his mind.
