Mount Seorak in Sokcho, 151 kilometers east of Seoul, commands a splendid view amid snow on Jan. 25, 2025, the first day of the Lunar New Year holiday. (PHOTO NOT FOR SALE) (Yonhap) (END ...

Sokcho, in northeast South Korea, isn’t your typical city. While its popularity has increased over the years, it has still managed to maintain its authentic, seaside, and North Korean beauty.