Gumuzo (Taebaek)

This is a place called Gumuzo, which I stopped by briefly on my way to Gangwon-do. Gumuzo is a place formed by a river eroding limestone over a long period, and the way the water flows between the large rocks is truly unique. In particular, there's a rock gate that looks like it's been punched through the middle of the rock, and seeing it up close made me marvel at how nature created it. I slowly walked around, enjoying the scenery where rocks and water blend together, and it had a different atmosphere from the usual valleys I see. Apparently, this place has ancient Paleozoic strata remaining, so you can see geological traces like fossils and ripple marks. I went there thinking it was just a pretty natural landscape, but learning these stories made it even more interesting. It seems like a good place to visit if you're looking for something a bit different from the usual tourist spots in Taebaek. Seeing the massive cliffs and the waterway together in person was much more impressive than seeing it in pictures. I'd recommend it if you want to stop by for a bit of sightseeing during your Taebaek trip.