I hopped on a bullet train midway through my Seoul trip and, after a small detour (my fault), made it to Busan where I stayed for 2 days and 1 night. I was too lazy to book a hotel and I decided to stay overnight at a jjimjilbang. Honestly? Not the most comfortable, but at ₩13,000 for bed and bath, I’m not complaining. I’d recommend trying it out at least once.
Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
Dongbaek Park
Haedong Beach
I have no patience for flowery language, but so very much of Busan was beautiful. As perhaps indicated by the abundance of pictures on my camera roll, Gamcheon might have been my favourite. I could have spent so much longer exploring all the nooks and crannies. It’s one of those places you will never fully know. I collected stamps as I got lost in the alleys and I even sent a postcard to my future self – hopefully I will receive it in a year!
This place finally inspired me to read the Little Prince. I’ve only read it in English, but maybe I’ll attempt the original version with my rusty French.
“It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye.”
Raw Fish Bibimbap at Jalgachi Market
Busan was wonderful and beautiful and I didn’t have nearly enough time. I definitely want to go back. The weather was cold and rainy for both days, but honestly? The sights were just as beautiful and it was kind of nice because there weren’t as many people. Cloudy, rainy days bring about a certain type of solemnity that I can appreciate.
And the weather gave me an excuse for lots of hot drinks and fishcakes.
