Chilgapsan, Mountain summit in Cheongyang County, South Korea
Chilgapsan is a mountain in Cheongyang County, South Chungcheong, with seven ridges that fan out from a central peak through dense pine forests. A long suspension footbridge connects two of its slopes, crossing over a forested valley below.
The Janggoksa Temple at the foot of this mountain was founded in 850, during the Silla Dynasty, by dharma master Chejing. The temple was rebuilt several times over the centuries and has remained a working religious site throughout.
The name of this mountain refers to the number seven, rooted in the belief Buddhist monks held about the spiritual value of its seven ridges. Along the trails today, small shrines and stone markers make this old connection to Buddhist practice visible to anyone who walks here.
The walk to the summit takes about two to three hours depending on the route and your pace. Wooden stairs and rest pavilions are placed along the steeper sections, but sturdy footwear and water are still a good idea.
The suspension footbridge here stretches about 207 meters and is counted among the longest of its kind in South Korea. From the middle of the bridge, walkers look straight down onto the treetops and into the valleys on either side.
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