A Trip to Janggye Tourist Site in Okcheon, Near Daejeon

#aprilblooms I ventured out to Janggye Tourist Site in Okcheon, North Chungcheong Province, looking for a nice place to visit near Daejeon. This marks my third visit to this location, and I've been dropping by occasionally since the initial construction began. It's remarkable how much progress has been made; it looks almost complete now. This site is known as one of the "Six Scenic Views of Okcheon." However, it's still under development! I heard that a suspension bridge is planned to be built by 2027. Despite the ongoing construction, it's currently a wonderful place to take a stroll and enjoy the flowers! Since there weren't many people, I drove up to the very top of the parking lot. There's a cafe here, and that's where I headed in. The greenery was absolutely stunning and so pretty! A leisurely walk around the trails takes about 30 to 40 minutes. It's definitely been improved a lot compared to how it used to be. It really feels like a newly established park. I saw many people bringing their dogs along for a walk. The small fountains and flowing water features, like little ponds, were also very well-maintained. I even spotted tadpoles in the water – so cute! My dad mentioned he was a little disappointed there were no carp though. (lol) I was surprised by how many royal azaleas were in bloom! Although some of the flowers had already started to fade by the time I arrived, I can imagine it would be absolutely beautiful if you visit during peak bloom. Even with some of the flowers past their prime, it was still lovely that day. There were just so many royal azaleas planted everywhere – it wasn't like a meticulously organized arboretum, but more like they just planted a massive amount of them! There was also a spot where people stack stones to make little towers, so of course, I snapped a photo. What makes Janggye Tourist Site in Okcheon truly special is its location along Daechung Lake. You can enjoy perfect views of the lake while you walk! The experience of strolling with the scenic backdrop of Daechung Lake is fantastic. While the development is not entirely finished, Janggye Tourist Site is already a great place to enjoy beautiful nature. If you're looking for a relaxing getaway near Daejeon to see flowers and take a walk, this is definitely a place to consider. I'm already looking forward to visiting again after the suspension bridge is completed in 2027 to witness that impressive view! #photography #naturelover