Han Ga-in becomes first civilian to enter 600-year restricted area of Bugaksan Mountain
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- Actress Han Ga-in became the first civilian to enter a restricted area of Bugaksan Mountain, which has been off-limits for 600 years.
- The area, a secret zone behind Cheong Wa Dae, was revealed in a YouTube video posted on her channel 'Free Madam Han Ga-in'.
- Han, known as a hiking enthusiast, explored the area with a presidential security guard demonstrating self-defense techniques.
Actress Han Ga-in has made history as the first civilian to set foot in a restricted area of Bugaksan Mountain, a place that has remained off-limits to the public for over 600 years since the Joseon Dynasty.
The revelation came through a YouTube video uploaded on June 18 to her channel, 'Free Madam Han Ga-in.' Titled 'First reveal of the secret space behind Cheong Wa Dae, prohibited to the public for 600 years (+ Presidential Security Guard's Self-Defense Techniques),' the video offers a rare glimpse into this historically secluded location.
Han, who is known for her passion for hiking, was granted access to explore the forbidden zone. During the exploration, she was accompanied by a presidential security guard who also demonstrated various self-defense techniques. The video showcases the unique and previously inaccessible landscape of Bugaksan Mountain.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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