While in Daejeon i visited the Hanbat arboretum too. It’s situated just behind the Daejeon Museum Of Art, which i skipped due the lack of time. The sunny day let me stroll rather trough the park, although it was bit too early for flowers. At least i had a calm and peaceful atmosphere within and could collect some more impressions.
At the outskirt of Daejeon lies a hidden gem: The Uam Historical Park.
Uam Historical Park, situated in the eastern part of Daejeon, is both a cultural heritage site and a park. It was once the place where Uam Song Siyeol (1607-1689), a scholar and government official during the Joseon dynasty, conducted his research and educational activities. The traditional houses established during his time and the relics left by Song Siyeol are still preserved, and visitors can view these artifacts at the historic museum. The park also features a pond within its premises.
Friends told me not to miss the island Senja. And they were right!
Typically Norway weather with quick changes from sunshine to rain and dropping temperatures also. The landscape however was stunning. In every weather situation. Especially at the cooler morning when the mist is floating around the mountains or falling from the cliffs.
I also had a hike on smaller mountain peak or a stroll along a beach. But not boring longer with words, let’s show some pictorial impressions.
A dense jungle on both side of the road. A few times a steep slope gives the view free over the green, lush forest. Morning mist crawls up. Despite my early start this morning, i was too late for the chimpanzee tracking. A canopy walk would be an option, but too pricey. I decided to go for a guided hike instead. With only my guide, i walked trough the huge green. He explained about the plants, spotted some smaller animals, as frogs, birds and also mountain monkeys. A bat flew off when we approached its hide too close and some squirrel crossing in high speed our path. Not quite an adventure, but nice hike after cities and long road drives.
The Flora House is not only the name of a traditional Japanese hotel, so called ryokan, but the concept of this family run accommodation. The cosy rooms and an ‚onsen‘ ( a hot bath with water direct from hot springs) with view of mount Yufu is worth to stay a couple days. The food too is absolutely delicious. The owner explains proudly how they use all ingredients from own garden and greenhouses or at least from nearby area. When the belly got satisfied, a bath in the scents of the most beautiful flowers and orchids is another delight.
Flora House nennt sich das Ryokan (traditionell japanische Unterkunft) zu recht. Blumen und Orchideen finden sich überall um’s Haus und in den Gewächshäusern. Diese liefern auch die Zutaten für das leckere Essen. Stolz erklären die Besitzer, dass alle Zutaten aus eigener Produktion oder zumindest aus naher Umgebung kommen. Und so schmeckt das Essen auch; frisch, lecker und authentisch. Gemütliche Zimmer und ein heisses Bad ( Onsen genannt), gespeist von den heissen Quellen der Umgebung, machen den Aufenthalt zur Kur.
rene bauer photography 