The majestic Asian Alps

THE LARGEST MOUNTAINS IN KOREA

Known for its leading entertainment industry in Asia, its unique and attractive cuisine, and its magical nightlife, Korea also attracts millions of tourists every year with its dreamy and romantic natural scenery. Especially in the snowy season, the scenery on the high mountains becomes more charming than ever.

The Yeongnam Alps are located in the southeastern region of Korea, around Ulsan and Gyeongsang. Although they are not as long as the European Alps (most of the mountains are only over 1,000 m high), they have many majestic and enchanting landscapes with waterfalls, hot springs, temples...

However, the most attractive spot for locals and tourists visiting the Korean Alps is probably the Eoreumgol Ice Valley. Located on the slopes of Eoreumgol Mountain, Eoreumgol is known for its cold climate all year round.

Located high in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon-do, the northeastern region of South Korea, PyeongChang Mountain is known as Korea's very own wonderland with cold weather. Here all year round the temperature does not exceed 1^oC, sometimes lower. Located at an altitude of 700 m above sea level, PyeongChang is known as the “Alps of Korea”. Winter in this area often lasts for several months and has heavy snowfall. This has made PyeongChang a great destination for ski lovers. You can easily find many famous ski resorts here, including Alpensia Ski Resort.

Closer to Seoul, you will find one of Korea's "hidden Alps" - Seoraksan National Park. This is one of the most famous national parks in the land of Kim Chi with majestic mountain landscapes, spectacular roads attracting millions of visitors every year, especially in autumn to see Seoraksan immersed in the foliage of brilliant reds and yellows.

Japan and the majestic Alps

In Japan, there is no place as beautiful as the Alps on Honshu Island. Among them, the Northern Alps, also known as the Hida Mountains, have rugged terrain and stunning mountain scenery. This place has long been famous, attracting many domestic and foreign tourists, especially those who are passionate about trekking. If you have the opportunity to come to the Hida Mountains, you can visit some famous places such as Kamikochi Valley; Shirakawa Village and the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route - the famous ski corridor of the Land of the Rising Sun.

The most popular destination in the Central Alps is Kiso, an ancient valley that runs through several mountain towns in Nagano Prefecture. During the Edo period, merchants used the valley to trade between Edo and Kyoto. As a result, many post offices were established along the route, each just a few kilometers apart. From there, post towns gradually formed in the Kiso Valley, which are still preserved today to preserve their historical beauty.

The Southern Alps are formed from the Akaishi Mountains, which have a rich flora and fauna ecosystem, natural hot springs... In winter, this place receives a lot of snow, so locals and tourists from all over often come to the Southern Alps to ski. The Akaishi Mountains have more than 35 km of slopes, and visitors coming here to ski are served by a system of 27 lifts that take them to the top of the mountain. In addition, this place also has many of the highest ski resorts in Japan, some of which can reach an altitude of 1,900 m!

China with the majestic 13-peak Alps

There are many majestic mountain ranges scattered across China, but the most beautiful are usually in the northwest, in Tibet or along the Nepalese border. Among them, the Meili Snow Mountains in Yunnan Province, which include 13 majestic peaks, are indispensable.

You don’t even have to hike up the mountains to enjoy this enchanting beauty. You just need to wake up early, wait for the sunrise to see the golden sunlight gradually spread over the charming mountains. If you want to see this majestic and magnificent beauty up close, you can hike from Phi Lai Pagoda to Vu Bang Village.

Kawagebo is the highest peak in the Meili Snow Mountains. To date, no one has reached the summit of Kawagebo. However, you can still admire the magnificent beauty of the glacier at its foot. The long glaciers and snow-covered banks create a feast for the eyes.

Vietnam Alps

The Hoang Lien Son mountain range is also known as the “Alps of Vietnam” by many international tourists. Although it is a Southeast Asian country with a warm tropical climate, northern Vietnam can still be very cold in the winter. Therefore, it is not surprising that this “Alps of Vietnam” is located in the northwestern town of Lao Cai.

Nestled in the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, Sa Pa town is hidden under the shadow of majestic Fansipan - the highest peak in Indochina. Besides the magnificent mountain scenery, Sa Pa is also famous for its unique and beautiful terraced fields. In September, the harvest season, Sa Pa is brilliant in the yellow of ripe rice and the green of forest trees. All create a poetic and lyrical natural scene that touches the heart.

The Thai Alps with ancient temples

In the north of the Golden Temple, in the mountainous district of Khao Kho, Phetchabun province, you can find the “Thai Alps”. Khao Kho is only 1 hour by plane from the capital Bangkok. However, the atmosphere of the two sides is different as if they are not in the same country. While Bangkok is flashy with modern skyscrapers, luxurious shopping centers and luxury restaurants, Khao Kho is simply beautiful with the vast space of green mountains and sky. This will be a great resort if you want to escape from the bustling urban life.

Visitors coming here often cannot miss trekking trips to the top of Phu Thap Boek mountain to enjoy the atmosphere and wonderful natural scenery. Besides, you can also visit the villages around Khao Kho to see the picturesque ancient Thai temples.

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