National Parks
South Korea has designated and operated national parks to preserve the natural ecosystems and natural and cultural wonders.
As the designation requirements are demanding, the national park is an assorted gift set of healing benefits that allow visitors to enjoy natural ecosystems, natural landscapes, and cultural wonders at once. National parks are a repository of natural ecosystems, home to 45% of Korean native species and 65% of endangered species. In addition, they are tourist destinations for 733 designated cultural properties representing South Korea, including scenic points and prestigious temples.
A total of 22 national parks across the country are loved by the Korean people as spaces for relaxation, including Naejangsan National Park, Odaesan National Park, Jirisan National Park, and Hallasan National Park.