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Jeju Island's Absolute Essentials

Jeju Island’s landscape is defined by its volcanic origins, featuring UNESCO World Heritage sites like the 1,947-meter Hallasan shield volcano and the Manjanggul lava tube system. The island’s geography includes unique formations such as the hexagonal basalt columns of Jusangjeolli and the Seongsan Ilchulbong tuff cone. Cultural heritage is preserved in traditional thatched-roof villages, while the coastline offers diverse natural features ranging from the emerald waters of Hyeopjae Beach to the dense cedar groves of Saryeoni Forest.

Jeju Island's Absolute Essentials — Karte

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Mt. Hallasan

Hallasan is a shield volcano comprising much of Jeju Island in South Korea. Its summit, at 1,947 m, is the highest point in the country.

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Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak)

A tuff cone formed by hydrovolcanic eruptions approximately 5,000 years ago. It features a massive crater 600 meters in diameter and 90 meters deep, surrounded by 99 sharp rock peaks along the rim.

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Cheonjiyeon Waterfall

Cheonjiyeon Waterfall is a waterfall on Jeju Island, South Korea. Literally, the name Cheonjiyeon means sky connected with land.

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Jusangjeolli

The Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff cliff is a spectacular volcanic rock formation at the southern coast of Jeju Island, South Korea.

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Saryeoni Forest Path

A 15-kilometer woodland trail winding through a dense forest of Japanese cedar, oak, and birch trees. The path is known for its flat terrain and high concentration of phytoncides.

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Hallim Park

It's hard to imagine that this place was once a barren land. However, in 1971 it was covered with nutritious soil and plantation of flora…

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Camellia Hill Arboretum

A garden full of camellias and all kinds of plants blooming with flowers almost all year round.

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Osulloc Tea Museum

Osulloc Tea Museum, opened in 2001, is aiming to educate tourists and tea-lovers alike about the history and art of tea tradition in Korea.

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Soesokkak Estuary

Soesokkak, alternatively Soesokkak Estuary or Soesokkak River Pool, is a landform on Jeju Island in Seogwipo, Jeju Province, South Korea.

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Jeju Stone Park

Jeju Stone Park is a place where you can expect to walk around and learn a lot about lava and rock formations.

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Hyeopjae Beach

A beach characterized by white sand mixed with crushed seashells and shallow, turquoise waters. It provides a direct view of Biyangdo Island located just offshore.

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Hamdeok Beach

Known for its shallow emerald waters and a large sandbar that emerges during low tide. The area includes a black basalt bridge that connects the beach to a scenic coastal walking trail.

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Jungmun Saekdal Beach

Jungmun Saekdal Beach is a beach in Saekdal-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju Province, South Korea.

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Manjanggul Cave Park

Manjanggul is a lava tube located in Gimnyeong-ri, Gujwaeup, Jeju City, South Korea.

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Seopjikoji

A coastal area at the eastern tip of Jeju composed of red volcanic ash known as scoria. It is home to unique rock formations, including the vertical Seondol Rock.

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Seongeup Folk Village

A traditional village featuring residential houses with thatched roofs, volcanic basalt stone walls, and ancient zelkova trees that have stood for centuries.