Mid-October to early November, moving north to south: Seoraksan peaks in mid-October, Seoul (Bukhansan, palaces) in late October, and southern temples like Naejangsan in early November.
Naejangsan, Seoraksan and Gyeongju's tomb parks are the iconic foliage destinations. Pair the season with the Andong Mask Dance Festival or Busan International Film Festival.
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