🎋🌊 Bamboo Forest at Geoje Island (거제 대나무 숲): A Serene Summer Escape

#summervacay **📍 *Why Visit?*** Tucked away in Geoje’s **Deokpo Village**, this hidden **bamboo grove** offers a tranquil retreat with towering green stalks, rustling leaves, and a **natural cooling effect**—perfect for a summer stroll away from the coastal crowds. --- ### **🗓️ Half-Day Itinerary: Bamboo, Beaches & Local Bites** #### **Morning: Forest Immersion** - **From Geoje City/Gohyeon**: Take **local bus #56** (30min) or drive (park at **Deokpo Harbor**). - **9:00 AM** – **Bamboo Forest Walk** - Follow the **600m shaded path**—listen to the wind whisper through the bamboo. - Find the **hidden swing** for dreamy photos. - **10:30 AM** – **Deokpo Beach** (5-min walk) - Dip your toes in the **quiet, pebbly shore**. #### **Midday: Seafood & Scenery** - **12:00 PM** – **Lunch at Deokpo Harbor** - Try **Honghap Bibimbap** (mussel rice) or **grilled sea eel**. - **1:30 PM** – **Deokpo Observatory** - Climb for **panoramic views** of the southern sea. #### **Afternoon: Optional Detours** - **3:00 PM** – **Oedo Botania** (ferry from Gujora Port) - Explore this **flower-filled marine paradise**. - **OR** **Haegeumgang Cruise** (dramatic coastal cliffs). --- ### **🌿 Why Summer?** ✅ **Natural AC**: Bamboo shade stays **5-7°C cooler**. ✅ **Fewer Crowds**: A peaceful alternative to busier beaches. ✅ **Monsoon Magic**: July rains make the grove **extra lush**. --- ### **📌 Pro Tips:** - **Footwear**: **Comfy sandals** (path is flat but pebbly). - **Timing**: Visit **weekdays** for solitude. - **Nearby**: Pair with **Windy Hill** or **Hakdong Pebble Beach**. **"This isn’t just a forest—it’s a green cathedral where light dances between bamboo trunks."** Ready to wander? 🎍✨