VISIT JEONJU

Yeonhwa Village is both the starting and ending point of the Geonjisan Trail. Where residential areas and the forest meet, this place smoothly connects daily life with nature, allowing one to calm their mind before embarking on the walk. In autumn, ginkgo and maple trees along the paths are adorned in golden and crimson hues, brightly welcoming the traveler's first steps. Deeper within the village, alleyways bearing traces of life unfold alongside a narrow path leading into the forest. This entrance is where seasonal changes are first noticed. Yeonhwa Village, where the excitement of departure and the lingering impression of return intersect, shows that the Geonjisan Trail is a special path connecting daily life and travel.

Honbul Cultural Park is a space created to commemorate Choi Myeong-hee, the author of the novel 『Honbul』, where the spirit of literature harmonizes with the seasonal ambiance. Upon entering the park, sculptures and poetry monuments honoring the author's literary world come into view, and the park, sprawling along the foothills, is bathed in autumn colors. Sitting on a park bench where maple leaves flutter, one can fall into deep contemplation, as if pondering each word. As Jeonju's cultural asset and a resting place for citizens, this place is remembered as a literary forest where life and art meet.

Osongeje Reservoir, nestled at the foot of Geonjisan Mountain, has long served as a resting place for Jeonju citizens. In autumn, the trees lining the lakeside path turn a fiery crimson, reflecting their vivid colors upon the water's surface, creating a special scenery. The ripples stirred by the wind and the floating fallen leaves capture the very essence of the seasonal flow. Standing at the water's edge, one feels a calm different from urban daily life, and the memories of those who have visited this place over many years quietly overlap. Osongeje Reservoir is a famous spot that offers the most lyrical scene within Jeonju's autumn landscape.

Geonjisan Cypress Forest is a renowned spot for enjoying forest bathing close to the city center. The forest in autumn is particularly beautiful. Crimson maple leaves contrast with the green cypress, transforming the entire forest path into a feast of colors, and the subtly diffusing cypress fragrance lightens one's steps even further. Golden sunlight streams through the straight-standing trees, and the music of the season flows through branches swaying in the wind. Pausing for a moment brings a healing time that seems to purify both body and mind, establishing the cypress forest as a healing point of the Geonjisan Trail.

The forest path continuing behind Jeonju Zoo is relatively secluded, making it attractive to those seeking tranquility within the city. Autumn sunlight gently filters through the trees, and the rustling sound of fallen leaves underfoot adds to the joy of walking. This path is also suitable for family explorers. A narrow path walked with children's laughter remains a warm scene offered by urban nature. It is not spectacular, but it conveys the humble charm of the Geonjisan Trail.

Geonjisan Mountain is a low and gentle mountain rising just over 300 meters above sea level. reaching its summit, what awaits is not a grand panorama but a sense of calm found at the end of the forest trail. Though not spectacular, in autumn the red and yellow hues of the foliage spread all the way to the top, quietly coloring the hearts of those who walk here. The breeze flowing between the trees carries fresh air and the fragrance of the season, while the crunch of fallen leaves underfoot makes one forget the noise of daily life. The summit of Geonjisan Mountain is the conclusion of a short hike and a place where time spent in nature leaves a lasting impression. Close to the city, this modest summit is remembered not for extraordinary views, but as a space offering tranquil reflection and healing.

The small library nestled in Geonjisan Mountain's forest is a special place where nature and literature meet. Though modest in size, the sunlight filtering through the trees and the autumn leaves visible outside the window blend with the words on the pages, making reading a part of the scenery. Here, the rustling sound of leaves in the wind becomes background music, and the chirping of birds passing through the forest fills the margins of sentences. This small library is filled with a tranquility not easily enjoyed in the city. Just by sitting for a moment, opening a book, or gazing out the window, one can experience the resonance of moments where nature and literature intersect.

Jogyeongdan Shrine is a historical site where Jeonju's Righteous Army soldiers gathered to resist Japanese forces during the Imjin War (Japanese invasions of Korea). Although it now sits quietly in the forest, standing here feels as if the past's valor and cries are still alive. Especially when standing amidst the clear autumn sky and crimson maple leaves, the forest itself becomes a stage of history and memory. Light filtering through the trees is tranquil, seemingly illuminating old memories, and maple leaves rustling in the wind tremble as if conveying past shouts. Here, travelers can experience more than simple rest, feeling Jeonju's spirit of resistance and its echoes in their very being.

Returning to Yeonhwa Village Entrance marks the completion of the Geonjisan Trail journey. The excitement of departure and the lingering impression of arrival naturally connect, and all the sceneries encountered along the way coalesce into a single story. This not-so-short 4-hour path, imbued with the ambiance of the autumn forest and historical significance, establishes itself not merely as a trek but as a memorable journey. The Geonjisan Trail is a lingering path that connects the story of the thousand-year-old city of Jeonju with today's footsteps.