Place to visit
Tongdae-san, South Korea: what it is and when to go
Tongdae-san is a mountain in South Korea (동대산) (Gangneung), at 1,434 m above sea level. Interests: Nature and Mountains. The best time to visit is April to May and September to October. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in South Korea: one to enjoy at a calmer pace. Here is what it is, where it lies, when to come, how to get there and what else is nearby to turn it into a trip.
In a nutshell
- What it is
- Mountain in South Korea · Nature, Mountains
- Local name
- 동대산
- Where
- South Korea
- Elevation
- 1,434 m
- Best time
- April to May and September to October.
- Nearest airport
- GMP Seoul, 161 km as the crow flies
- Coordinates
- 37.77452, 128.59882
What it is and where
Tongdae-san is a mountain in South Korea (동대산) (Gangneung), at 1,434 m above sea level. It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in South Korea: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
It is in Gangneung, where this site lists 20 more places to see, 26 km from the centre.
Its coordinates are 37.77452, 128.59882; the nearest main airport is Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP, Seoul), 161 km as the crow flies. How to get around South Korea (train, car, bus) is covered in its country guide.
Where it is (opens in a new tab)Directions (opens in a new tab)
It is one of the Nature and Mountains places in South Korea. In Kokai it is already on your trip map next to the places you save yourself, and it goes into a day's plan with one tap.
When to go
The best time to visit Tongdae-san is April to May and September to October.
- JanPossible9:40
- FebPossible10:36
- MarPossible11:43
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:02
- JunPossible14:36
- JulBetter not14:22
- AugPossible13:28
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovPossible9:55
- DecPossible9:24
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. Daylight hours are calculated from the site's latitude for the 15th of each month; when planning a full day on foot they matter as much as the weather.
| What you come for | Best time | Possible |
|---|---|---|
| Nature | April to May and September to October | November to March, June and August |
| Mountains | April to May and September to October | November to March, June and August |
It is not the same trip whatever you come for: Tongdae-san has a different season depending on what you want to do here, and Kokai puts it in the right month for you.
When to go to South Korea in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Before you go to South Korea
To enter South Korea there are 10 things to sort out before you leave, starting with “A passport with six months' validity”: they are all, with their deadlines, in the South Korea checklist. Currency: South Korean won (KRW); plugs: Type C and F · 220 V · 60 Hz (the same plug as in Spain); emergencies: 112 police · 119 ambulance and fire · 1330 tourist information, in Spanish.
In Kokai you tick off the checklist inside your trip, and each item reminds you when it is time to do it.
What is nearby
- Odaesan National ParkPark in South Korea691 m
- SangwonsaBuddhist temple in South Korea3.3 km
- WoljeongsaBuddhist temple in Pyeongchang, South Korea4.8 km
- Sangwang-bongSummit5.4 km
- Piro-bongSummit5.4 km
Distances are as the crow flies. Everything else is in the South Korea guide.
More in South Korea: Nature
- Hallasan: mountain in Jeju, South Korea
- Cheonggyecheon: stream in Seoul, South Korea
- Namsan: mountain in Seoul, South Korea
- Seoraksan National Park: national park in South Korea
- Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond: Haenggung Palace in Wolseong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Korea
- Seongsan Ilchulbong: South Korean protected area
Every South Korea place under Nature, each with its season, is on its page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Tongdae-san?
It is a mountain in South Korea (동대산 in the local language). It has an article in one Wikipedia, so it is not one of the busiest places in South Korea: one to enjoy at a calmer pace.
When is the best time to visit Tongdae-san?
April to May and September to October. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24.
How do you get to Tongdae-san?
The nearest main airport is Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP), 161 km as the crow flies. From there, directions opens the route on the map, and how to get around South Korea is explained in its country guide.
How do I add it to my trip?
With one tap. In Kokai it is already on the South Korea map, next to the places you save yourself: add it to a day's plan, give it a time and, if you like, get a reminder when you pass nearby.
What else is around here?
Nearby you have Odaesan National Park, Sangwonsa, Woljeongsa. The rest is in the South Korea guide.
Keep reading
- Gangneung20 places to see in and around Gangneung, South Korea: Pyeongchang Olympic Stadium, Mona Yongpyong, Olympic Sliding Centre. Best time: April to May and September to Oct
- Nature228 places for nature in South Korea, from Hallasan to spots hardly anyone knows. Best time: April to May and September to October. Each with its own season by altitude
- South KoreaBefore travelling to South Korea: 10 things worth sorting out, each with its deadline. No visa is needed for tourism: up to 90 days.
- Where to travelPick what you fancy (mountains, beaches, museums…) and the months you have free, and Kokai tells you which countries to go to and what to see there.
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