Another rather modest cave where legend says King Ju (Juwang) once hid a stash of weapons.
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This modest cave in can be visited on a stop by on a side-trip after climbing up the slopes of Juwang-san.
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A valley of trees that paints the perfect picture, with a wooden bridge strung out across a creek.