The plant we know as Pink Muhly is called Pink Muhly Grass, which is native to the warm plains of the western and central United States. In Korea, Pink muhly usually turn pink and purple from the middle of September and keep its pinkish color until November. The color ‘pink’, a representative of tenderness, happiness, and cuteness, not only stabilizes emotions but also brings a feeling of warmth. The scenery of the pink muhly is dreamlike and fairy-tale. Let’s find out the best pink muhly spots in Korea in autumn and take pictures of your life in full bloom.
1. Busan
1) Eulsukdo Island
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Eulsukdo Island is at the downstream of the Nakdonggang River which is important in Gyeongsang Province. The island is eco-friendly in that migratory birds flock to the land, and the landfill has been restored to an ecological park. In autumn, do not miss the willow forest and reed beds along with the pink muhly grasses because they will give you a typical Korean-style view of nature.
Location: 1240, Nakdongnam-ro, Saha-gu, Busan
2) Daejeo Ecological Park
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Situated slightly upper than the Eulsukdo Island, Daejeo Ecological Park in Busan is also home to several species of migratory birds, and a place for citizens to relax. The park provides people with marshes and walkways so that visitors can appreciate the views specific to the lower reaches.
Location: 1246, Gonghang-ro, Gangseo-gu, Busan
2. Gyeongju
1) Cheomseongdae Pink Muhly Field
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If you visit Gyeongju and especially Cheomseongdae observatory in autumn, do not forget to find the Pink Muhly spots. Cheomseongdae is the oldest existing astronomical observatory in Asia and features a cylindrical stone structure harmonious with straight lines and curves. You can take a unique photo, making full use of our proud cultural heritage.
Location: 839-1, Inwang-dong, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
2) Bomun Tourist Complex
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Bomun Tourist Complex is located in the vicinity of Gyeongju downtown, and includes a big artificial Bomun Lake, walkways, and bike lanes. In autumn, the landscape of pink muhly and a placid lake look fascinating together.
Location: 455, Bomun-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
If you would like to look around the top spots for pink muhly, book a tour below where you can visit Busan and Gyeongju in one day:
3. Seoul & Gyeonggi
1) Haneul Park
Haneul Park is a famous park in Seoul, which was once a huge landfill and reborn to an ecological park. The previous landfill was so big that people called it a garbage mountain. Now, you can’t find the appearance before, and all you need to do is enjoy the scenic nature as well as the Han river by the park. At the park, you can spot the broom cypress which has a deeper pink color than pink muhly and looks like cotton candy. Fall into the little pink and red world at the Haneul Park!
Location: 95, Haneulgongwon-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
2) Yangju Nari Park
Yangju Nari Park is located in Yangju-si, a northern city in Gyeonggi Province. At the park, you can enjoy a variety of autumn flowers such as pink & red-colored globe amaranth, broom cypress, Mexican asters, and canna flower. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to take pictures surrounded by colorful flowers?
Location: 131-66, Gwangsa-ro, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
Book a tour below so that you can spot those pretty flowers:
4. Daejeon
1) Lohas Park
At Lohas Park in Daejeon, you can take gorgeous pictures with the glow of the setting sun. The vivid color of pink muhly will create a mysterious atmosphere of the picture 🙂
Location: 779, Seokbong-dong, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon
5. Jeju Island
1) Hueree Park
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The pride of Korea, Jeju Island is a perfect place to appreciate nature and be sentimental at the Pink Muhly spots. Hueree Park is a natural life experience park located at the foot of Hallasan Mountain. At the park, you can be absorbed in Pink Muhly and enjoy horseback riding. Many tourists visit the area because it offers different views and natural specialties from season to season. Also, the Hueree Pink Muhly Festival will be held from September 11th to November.
Location: 256, Sillyedong-ro, Namwon-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
2) Café Mrs.bookchon
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Jeju Island holds numerous charming cafés where you can take pretty pictures. If you are a pink lover, do not miss out on a chance to capture pinky nature mingled with stone walls and bijou cafés.
Location: 6, Bukchon 5-gil, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
Read more our blog posts if you desire to know how to enjoy autumn in Korea:
- The Best Places to Visit During Autumn in Korea for Every Type of Traveler
- An Ultimate Guide to Autumn in Korea: Fall Foliage Forecast 2019
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