🌊🏔️ *Sokcho: Where Mountains Meet the Sea in Korea’s Wild East* 🚶‍♀️🍢

#summervacay Nestled between the **emerald waves of the East Sea** and the jagged peaks of **Seoraksan National Park**, **Sokcho (속초)** is a laid-back coastal gem with fiery sunrises, seafood feasts, and untamed nature. Ready for adventure? ### **🌟 *MUST-SEE HIGHLIGHTS*:** - **Seoraksan’s Ulsanbawi Rock:** Hike **800 steps** for surreal views of **Sokcho’s coastline** and granite spires. Sunrise hikes = golden hour magic! ☀️🏞️ - **Sokcho Beach & Abai Village:** Stroll the **black-sand beach**, then cross the iconic **Abai Cheonggukjang Bridge** to a nostalgic North Korean-style fishing hamlet. Try *sundae* (blood sausage) at **Abai Halmae Jip**. 🌊🌉 - **Daepo Port Fish Market:** Devour **live octopus (산낙지)**, grilled crab, and *hweh* (sashimi) bowls at dawn. 🦑🍣 ### **💡 *TRAVEL TIPS*:** - **Best Seasons:** **Autumn** (Oct-Nov) for fiery foliage 🍁 or **summer** (June-Aug) for beach vibes. - **Seorak Cable Car:** Skip the hike? Ride up to **Gwongeumseong Fortress** for epic panoramas. 🚡 - **Local Bus #7-1** loops from Sokcho to Seoraksan—cheaper than taxis! ### **📸 *INSTA-WORTHY SPOTS*:** - **Yonggeum Pokpo (Dragon Pool Waterfall)** in Seoraksan. - **Sokcho Lighthouse** at golden hour, with fishing boats bobbing. **#sokchovibes #seoraksan #eastcoastkorea #beachandpeaks #koreanhiddengem** *Sokcho doesn’t just soothe—it* electrifies *with raw beauty.* Pack hiking boots and a hungry heart! 🎒❤️ **🚌 *Getting There:* 2.5hr express bus from Seoul Express Bus Terminal (~26,000 KRW).** *P.S. Don’t miss* **Sokcho Tourist & Fishery Market** *for squid ink ice cream!* 🍦🦑