If you're like me and are becoming weary of man-made structures tourist spots, you'll find the natural wonders in Jeju a lot invigorating.
Jusangjeollidae
Located along the Jungmun coastline, pillars are hexagonal and high enough to form a cliff.
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| Jusangjeollidae |
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| Hexagonal Cliffs |
Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak)
In the northeast of Jeju, Seongsan Ilchulbong offers a perfect view of the sunrise. A favorite among locals to visit during New Year to wish for a blessed year ahead.
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| the view atop Seongsan Ilchulbong |
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| SunRise Peak |
Jeolmul Natural Forest Resort
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| Jeolmul Forest |
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| fresh spring water you can drink straight from the source |
Oedolgae
Oedolgae is rocky island formed by volcanic eruption, and has become an iconic landmark for the Koreanovela (soap opera) "Jewel in the Palace".
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| Oedolgae |
Manjanggul Cave
Manjanggul cave is one of the largest lava tubes in the world. A popular tourist attraction, it has been classified a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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| one of the pillars created by spewing lava |
Sangumburi Crater
This is a crater of an extinct volcano, therefore allowing a forest to build up
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| forest buildup in the crater |
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| paved pathways around the rim where visitors can walk and enjoy the view |
Sup (Forest) Tunnel
This is a forest spanning both sides of 5.16 Road
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| easy driving on a green road like this! |
Darangswi Oreum
Oreums are volcanoes that failed to erupt. There are heaps of them in Jeju, and Darangswi is one of them.
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| paved trails make it easy for hikers |
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| the view atop Darangswi Oreum is another oreum ;) |
Haenyo (Jeju women divers)
I know women are not part of nature, but we're still wonders arent' we?
Haenyos are Jeju's most celebrated phenomena. They dive 20 meters deep for 2 minutes without any breathing apparatus to harvest abalone, octopus, and other seafood.
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| Women divers go deep! |
I hope these left you awed by God's creation and will make you want to pack your bags for South Korea.
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