In South Korea, it is trendy for hikers to bring ramyeon along with them to eat during the day.
JEJU – South Korea’s highest mountain is facing environmental damage from an unexpected source – instant noodles.
Mount Halla, measuring 1,947m tall, is the country’s highest mountain and located on popular vacation destination Jeju Island. In South Korea, it is trendy for hikers to bring ramyeon – a type of instant noodles, or ramen, served in a disposable cup – along with them to eat during the day. Smoking, leaving food and trash, unauthorised entry and drinking are prohibited at the mountain, and those who violate the rules can face penalties of up to 2,000,000 won .
Jeju police reportedly conducted a brief crackdown on June 25, following repeated complaints from residents concerning tourist behaviour on the island.
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