Dense forests and tall mountains made overland travel difficult, but long coastlines and numerous rivers, lakes, and fjords provided a viable alternative.
To make matters worse, I'd hear rescue helicopters flying around in the distance teasing me knowing they couldn't see me through the thick jungle forest giving me false hope for any rescue.
And so the three witches and the forlorn knight ventured forth into the enchanted garden, where rare herbs, fruit and flowers grew in abundance on either side of the sunlit paths.
If the weather is chilly there are plenty of places to warm up with a hot drink, but on a warm day the sprawling grounds are perfect for catching some rays and enjoying the sunshine.
Wander through the palace’s ornate gates, pavilions, halls and throne room, which in accordance with Confucian principles, are perfectly balanced by the simplicity of the pine-covered mountain backdrop.