Jeju-do is the Korea’s main Island lies below the Korean Peninsula. Jeju Island is the countries favorite holiday destination which is having stunning beaches, walking trails and mountain hiking. Jeju was once stated as “Seven Wonders of Nature” in a 2011 global poll. Jeju Island is located somewhat 90 km off southern tip of Korean peninsula.
Jeju Island contain two UNESCO site in its region, they are Hallasan National park and Lava Tubes. This lava tube is formed by cooled lava called as Manjanggul Cave. These caves are too dark, cold and the path is narrow. Hallasan National park is situated in the korea’s highest mountain Hallasan and it can be reached through five trails. This park is home to various species of plants, birds, animals and insects.
Enjoy your day by watching sunrise from Seongsan Ilchulbong peak and taste some local seafood varieties in the seaside restaurants. The “Grandfather Stones” in Jeju Island is a historical site where massive stones stand boldly like a human to frighten of invaders. These rocks are formed due to exposure of lava and their surfaces are basalt. You can watch about 6,000 women divers whose average age is 75. They dive into the sea to catch octopus, squid and seaweed. Jeju Island has moderate temperature in summer but in winter the temperature sometimes falls below 0 °C. Jeju Island is the unique place for Nature Lovers, Hikers and Honeymoon Couples.
Other Attractions in Jeju Island:
Cheon Jiyeon Waterfall, Jeju Folk Village Museum, Teddy Bear Museum, Haenyeo Museum, Yeomiji Botanical Garden
Website: http://www.visitkorea.or.kr/intro.html
Address: 182 Manjanggul-gil, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
Phone: +82 64-710-7903