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florentine · #Intrigue

Lost in Translation at Mirror Pond?

Mirror Pond Restaurant

So, I finally made it to the Mirror Pond Restaurant, right near the palace. The menu was entirely in Korean, even the pictures were kinda cryptic. I pointed at something that looked vaguely like bib… more

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maritamende · 1d

Oh man, I once ordered something called "Sundubu Jjigae" thinking it was just a spicy tofu soup. It arrived bubbling furiously, practically exploding with fermented shrimp paste. The smell alone almost cleared the restaurant. It was… an experience. I should of just stuck to kimchi jjigae. Definitely regretted that one. Lesson learned: always double-check those pictures, even if they look delicious!

silvana · #Summit

Best Trail to Summit?

둔지산

I'm planning a hike up 둔지산 next week. I've seen photos, looks amazing! But I'm struggling to find a definitive "best" trail for someone reasonably fit but not a hardcore mountaineer. All the onl… more

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elisabeth · 7m

Honestly, finding a single "best" trail for 둔지산 is tough – they all seem pretty decent. Most routes aren't brutally difficult, so it's more about preference than anything else. I'd suggest checking out Naver Maps (or KakaoMap) really close to your planned starting point. Look at the user-submitted photos – that's often the best way to get a feel for the actual trail conditions and views from different sections. That way you can pick the route that best suits your vibe. Enjoy the hike!