SINGAPORE, May 21 -- A Singaporean tourist was rescued by helicopter in South Korea after he allegedly wandered into a restricted section of a popular mountain on Jeju Island and became lost.

According to The Straits Times, the 60-year-old man, identified only as Mr A in local media reports, had allegedly entered a prohibited area on Sanbangsan Mountain at about 7.48pm on May 18.

Located along the south-western coast of Jeju Island, Sanbangsan is a well-known tourist attraction, especially during spring when its mustard flower fields draw large crowds. However, access to the mountain's upper sections, including the summit, is prohibited due to concerns over vegetation protection and the risk of rockfalls.

Visitors are only permitted to...