Jeamsan Mountain

Jeam Mountain, with its elevation of 807 meters, is located on the northeastern side of Jangheung-eup, bordering Boseong-gun, and sits at the end of the Sobaek Mountains. It is named "Jeam Mountain," meaning "mountain with a royal rock," because of its large valleys, numerous springs, and the appearance of surrounding rocks seemingly bowing towards a prominent rock at the summit. It is a famous mountain in the Honam region, offering hiking trails with gentle rock formations, views of the South Sea, and diverse flora including pine trees, rhododendrons, and various mountain herbs. The towering summit truly embodies the name "royal rock," and the ridges on either side extend powerfully. Within the mountain, there is a "Brother's Rock," said to be the result of two brothers who fell and died while gathering wild vegetables. Fifty meters below the Brother's Rock, on either side, are the Uisangam and Wonhyogam temples. At the summit, there is a "Jeamdan" altar where rain-inducing ceremonies were held, and from there, one can see Mudeungsan Mountain, Wolchulsan Mountain, Cheonwansan Mountain, Jonjesan Mountain, and the South Sea. In the spring, the ridge leading from Gomjaeseong to Sajasan Mountain is ablaze with rhododendron blossoms, creating a vibrant red spectacle that stretches towards the sea. The rhododendrons begin to bloom in late April, when the azaleas are at their peak, and by mid-May, they are in full bloom, flourishing under the influence of the sea breeze. The flowers of Jeam Mountain are exclusively rhododendrons, with no white varieties, making them even more vibrant. The area is known as the "Rhododendron Plains," and a rhododendron festival is held here every year.

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