Sokcho
Sokcho is a small beautiful town in South Korea. The town is about 20 minutes away from the border of North Korea. This town used to be considered part of North Korea. As I have it, when the border was established, some South Koreans got stuck in North Korea. A few of the adult students I had, had family in North Korea. The students explained how they would try to send their family money.
The town has a rich history. Also, it is my favorite place on earth. It is quiet, slow, and humble.
Seiso-ko Lake
Seiso-ko Lake is used by all, young and old alike. The children wiz by on electric scooters and the retired people use the trees to massage aching body parts that continue to remain in a state of pain. Much like bears scratching their backs, old men and woman would use the trees like foam rollers.
Sinsuro Bridge
Sinsuro Bridge connects the quiet part of the city with the downtown area. It is the pride of the small town. With that said people in this city are proud of everything they have. It creates a sense of community that made me feel right at home.
In the back of a cab and enroute to my friends, going over this bridge would be my favorite part of the week.
My favorite photo of the boats and the dock
The docks and small houses of the fishing community.
The fishing community thrives on an entire culture built around the business the fishermen bring into town when they make their catch. The seafood is fresh and your choices ranges from crab to clams. Sokcho was the city I fell in love with seafood. Foreigners in South Korea tend to shy away from the seafood. I believe they find the fish “too fishy”. It is a shame as the dishes are amazing, my opinion might not be trust worthy as I eat everything and anything.
Cherry Blossoms
Sokcho is special place as it has the Seoraksan Mountain Range, the beaches, two lakes and the cherry blossom tree that blooms in spring.