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The south-east entrance to Bukhansan National Park.
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Another wall outside the main Seoul city wall.
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A view back to Seoul.
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the 3 main peaks of which Baegundae is the tallest at 836 metres.
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the view of Baegundae from the bottom of the rock forming the peak. Probably halfway on my walk at this point, but the hardest part to come.
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the trek continues. All steps now, and lots of them.
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Baegundae peak with the Korean flag displayed. The line of other walkers is visible.
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Not far now, with Seoul coming into view again.
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Just round the next bend .... the drop beyond the handrail isn't as bad as it may look!
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Journey's end, and here I am at the summit - 836 metres (2,743 feet).
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stopping for a breather after starting my descent.
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one of the adjacent peaks. Look closely and just visible is a true mountaineer making his way up.
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walkers passing on either side of the handrail, such a popular walk as this is.
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enjoying the views and the rest from this natural ledge.
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Seoul from Baegundae.