There’s a moment in early spring when Seoul shakes off the last of winter’s chill, and the air fills with a quiet magic. Before the iconic cherry blossoms take center stage, another floral pioneer makes a stunning, albeit brief, debut: the magnolia. With their elegant, sculptural petals in shades of pure white and soft pink, …
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From Crimson to Clouds: Re-discovering Guro Geori Park in the Spring
After my accidental discovery of Guro Geori Park (구로거리공원) during the autumn of 2024, I made a promise to myself to return when the seasons shifted. On April 11th, I finally made it back—and let me tell you, this park is a total chameleon! While my last visit was defined by deep fiery reds and …
Hyochangwon Street: Seoul’s Secret Spring Walk, Framed by Plum Blossoms & City Views
For me, spring in Seoul has always meant following the cherry blossoms. They paint the city in soft pinks and whites, transforming well-known avenues into festive, crowded corridors of springtime joy. But this year, my annual quest for blossoms led me to a quieter, slightly different kind of magic. I discovered a road not lined …
Spring in Korea: 12 Best Spots to See Cherry Blossoms in Seoul
You know spring is in full swing in Seoul, South Korea, when the days grow longer, the air turns warmer, and the 벚꽃 (bot-ggot), the Korean word for cherry blossoms, begin to bloom. It’s the season that breathes life back into my sluggish social media presence after a seemingly endless winter hibernation. The moment I spot the …



