My friend and KBS co-host, Matt Kelley, recently started writing and hosting a KBS World Radio program called Discovering Korea, a great excuse to travel the peninsula seeking interesting sights, tasty foods, and priceless moments. Last weekend I tagged along with my intrepid friend for an east coast excursion. Matt and I, along with friend Hoon, headed to the northeastern province of Gangwon where we enjoyed magnificent views and some steep climbs at Korea's most famous mountain, Seoraksan, and hot-n-sunny weather on Sokcho and Gyeongpo beaches. Although Korea's in the midst of monsoon season, the weather was perfect for our outdoorsy activities. Temperatures were on the brutal side of hot, but we found respite in mountain streams and cool ocean waters. Check out the KBS website for Matt's upcoming reports of our journey.
Matt and Abby at Gwongeumseong Fortress, Seoraksan National Park 
Gwongeumseong Fortress, Seoraksan Natoinal Park 
Seoraksan National Park
Biseondae's cool waters and granite platform offer a refreshing and relaxing break from mountain trekking 
Hoon and Abby cooling off in the waters of Biseondae
Half-way up a strenuous climb to Geumgang cave. Hoon's face is priceless.
View down from Geumgang cave, Seoraksan National Park
Sinheungsa Buddhist temple, Seoraksan National Park
Korean temples are known for the bright, intricate painting under the eaves
For about $10 you can sign a tile that will be used for temple roofs
Sokcho Beach, Sokcho
Yummy seafood BBQ in Seorak
Sunrise seen from Naksan Temple, Yangyang
"Sky is the Limit" observatory in Yangyang
Abby and Matt on the "Sky is the Limit" observatory in Yangyang
Barbed wire lines much of the east coast, protecting South Korea from North Korean spies
Gyeongpo Beach from our speedy boat ride (forgive the poor photo quality!)
After our exhilarating boat ride along Gyeongpo Beach
Delicious dakgalbi (spicy chicken, veggies, and rice cake) in Gangneung. Our aprons said, "Country Cats". In my case, it's not far from the truth.
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