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Which means "Fortress Mountain Port," is a small village on the island's eastern tip. The name describes the unusual volcanic cone which dominates the area, This cone, known as Ilch'ulbong or Sunrise Peak, is one of 360 parasitic volcanos that dot the island.

A trail leads up to the western edge of the crater, and scales the crater's steep slope. A climb up this narrow trail rewards the climber with a most spectacular view. At sunrise, the scene is unbelievably beautiful.

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Last updated: May 10, 2010