Discovering the Bamboo Forest in Sejong Central Park
Have pandas appeared in Sejong?
Do you know where this is?
In the middle of a snow-covered bamboo forest, sitting tightly holding onto a bamboo stalk, I momentarily thought a panda had actually appeared.
With the news of snowfall, I felt a bit regretful staying indoors, so I bundled up warmly and went for a walk at Sejong Central Park.
While winter landscapes are beautiful, let’s be honest; it’s not easy to find vibrant colors in this season.
However, if you visit the bamboo forest in Sejong Central Park, you will find evergreen bamboo standing tall throughout the year, allowing you to feel the breath of greenery even in winter.
The parking lot at Sejong Central Park's first parking area is quite close.
Despite the cold winter, I noticed many citizens out for exercise.
Seeing people walking lightly even in thick coats made me realize how well this place has established itself as a walking path in daily life.
Even in the cold season, thanks to the bustling activity of people, Sejong Central Park felt more alive.
As you walk for about five minutes into the park, the green bamboo forest comes into view.
The bamboo forest in Sejong Central Park was created not just for aesthetics but to provide a space where citizens can feel nature and take a break in the heart of the city.
This large park embodies Sejong City's vision of a 'Garden City,' aiming to create green spaces that breathe alongside the daily lives of citizens throughout the four seasons.
The bamboo forest plays a special role in maintaining its greenery even in the distinct seasonal changes.
Amidst the trees that have shed their leaves, the green landscape provided by the bamboo forest adds visual stability and emotional relaxation to winter walks.
The sound of bamboo swaying in the wind and the serene atmosphere have the power to slow down the pace even in the city.
As you walk past the bamboo forest, you will encounter a structure that makes you stop and take notice.
The white cylindrical building topped with a glass dome feels like a small observatory and is one of the photogenic spots within Sejong Central Park.
Inside, the spiral staircase allows you to slowly walk and enjoy the surrounding scenery, and the view from the observatory boasts a refreshing panorama of Sejong Central Park.
Walking along the path through the bamboo forest, a sleek building made of glass and steel comes into sight.
The afternoon sunlight sparkles on the glass, making it a beautiful spot for photos against the clear sky.
Sejong Central Park is a space where you can enjoy both the fun of walking and the leisure of viewing throughout the four seasons.
The special reason for the bamboo forest is its evergreen scenery that remains largely unaffected by the seasons.
In spring and summer, you can experience freshness, while in autumn and winter, the unchanging green awaits you, providing strength to those who visit.
Encountering it in winter, when everything is blanketed in snow, it becomes the only space that holds color, adding vibrancy to the calm winter landscape.
Just walking through it can ease feelings of solitude, naturally drawing your gaze.
This weekend, even as the seasons change, how about a winter walk in Sejong Central Park, where you can meet cute pandas and greenery?
The bamboo forest in winter, with the rustling sounds of the wind, offers a moment of relaxation even with a short stroll.
Sejong Central Park
Location: 60 Central Park Road, Sejong Special Self-Governing City
Opening Hours: 5 AM - 11 PM (Open year-round)
Lighting Schedule: 5 PM - before sunrise, after sunset - 11 PM
Night Lighting: after sunset - 11 PM
Source :https://blog.naver.com/sejong_story/224178453426
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