Let me take you on a journey through the Temple of Ta Prohm, a place where nature has gradually overtaken the ancient ruins with impressive trees and roots.

Winter now clenches the Korean peninsula with all its strength. While we take shelter in the warmth of our apartments or cars, grimacing at the mere thought of stepping outside, we forget that little by little, winter brings a transparent and glistening argument: ice.

This month, I want to invite you to one of my favorite activity: contemplating seasonal changes. My life has been following seasons’ tempo so let me convince you that nature’s immanence can still be ours.

In the very heart of Seoul is a place few think of as a haven of peace and natural beauty. I went there during fall sunrises, here are the images.

Today will be a trip, organized not geographically, but from details to grand views. I hope you like the voyage through this horizontal world.

The first boat is comfortable and fast, and the second boat is slow, loud, and doesn’t even have chairs. At the end of that second boat ride is Gureopdo - 굴업도.