Baemsaegol Valley sits on a hillside under Banyabong Peak, the second highest peak of Jirisan Mountain and located on the mountain's western slopes. The deep valley has many streams that flow out of many sources. Among them is one spot where many streams converge, Pokposugol Valley. It's known for its beauty and ruggedness. After passing the steep mountain slopes of Pokposugol Valley, visitors then encounter Ikki Popko, literally, "Moss Waterfall," also called Silbidan Pokpo, or "Silk Thread Waterfall."

Korea Post's 2005 stamp shows Moss Waterfall.

The waterfall carries a mystic air of ancient times. It consists of piles of differently shaped rocks that are covered with thick moss. Water flows over the rocks as if it is made up of white silk treads and the scenery is simply astonishing. Water pours down the moss-covered rocky wall that stands nearly 10-meters high.

The waterfall is usually dry, but there's a spectacular view when there's rainfall over 400 millimeters atop Jirisan Mountain. Visitors can start their journey at Banseon Bridge, in Baemsagol Valley, to reach the waterfall. It takes about six hours for a round trip.

The second stamp set in the 'Celebrated Mountains of Korea' series shows many of Jirisan Mountain's scenic spots.

By Limb Jae-un
Korea.net Staff Writer
Photos: Korea Post
jun2@korea.kr