What part of Korea is known as the "Hawaii of Korea"?

Jeju Island in Autumn

Jeju Island is the largest island in South Korea. In the center of the island is South Korea's highest peak, 1951 meters above sea level, Halla Mountain, which was formed through a volcanic eruption. Jeju Island, with its maritime climate, is known as "Korean Hawaii". Jeju retains a unique culture. It is said that Jeju Island has "three mores and three nothings": lots of rocks, lots of wind, and lots of women; no beggars, no thieves, and no gates, which aptly reflects Jeju's unique natural and cultural landscape and Jeju people. Simple folk sentiments.

Jeju Island Tourist Attractions

Jeju Folk Village

Jeju Folk Village is a place that vividly re-presents the life and customs of Jeju in the 19th century. The folk village was built in the 1890s after long-term research and thorough research. In the folk performance hall, Jeju folk culture such as Jeju folk songs, haenyeo dance and mask dance are performed twice a day. At the same time, exquisite wood crafts, bamboo crafts, thatch crafts, weaving crafts, etc. are also displayed. In the market of the folk village, you can taste Jeju-style food such as wheat cakes and plum sparkling wine at low prices. In order to get the most out of this place, it's best not to schedule too much.

Nabong Park

Nabong Park is located in Gianru-dong on the east side of Jeju City. It is 150 meters above sea level. If you climb Nabong Peak, you can have a panoramic view of the orderly pedestrian streets and parks as well as the Jeju Pier. It is also the best place to watch the sunset and the night view of Jeju City. The sunset that shines onto the sea at sunset has always been called "Shafeng Luozhao" and is the second among the ten local sceneries of Yeongju. Watching the picturesque sunset rippling on the sea will naturally wash away the boredom and fatigue during the journey.

Tapdong Beach

The beach can be said to be a gathering place for young people. Tapdong Beach, located in the center of Jeju Island, is more lively at night than during the day. Concerts and various activities are held at the beach performance venue. The pedestrian street, theater street and commercial street along the breakwater are full of places to eat and play. A place for young people to gather. Especially in the summer nights of July and August, the "Midsummer Seaside Festival" is held, and Jeju citizens and tourists can enjoy the festival. At the West Pier breakwater at the left end of the seaside plaza, you can enjoy fishing and ready-to-eat live fish, which is famous for its low price.

Yongduam and Yongyeon

Yongduam and Yongyeon are also good places to visit at night. The top of Yongduam Rock looks like a dragon's head roaring up to the sky, which is a symbol of Jeju's tourism industry. At dusk, if you stare at Longtou Rock for a long time in the sunset, you will really have the illusion of a dragon swaying. Yongyeon is located 200 meters east of Yongduam Rock and has clear water. The pool is surrounded by strange rocks and evergreen woods forming a screen, which was called "Longyuan Night Sail" in the old days. The night view is mesmerizing.

Ten scenic spots in Yingzhou: spring flowers in Yingqiu, sunset on Shafeng Mountain, sunrise on Seongsan Mountain, horse herding in ancient fields, late snow in Lutan, Zhengfang Waterfall, autumn colors of orange grove, Shanfang Cave Temple, fishing on Shanpu, The strange rock in the spiritual chamber.

Entry and Entry

Entry visa: All foreigners entering Jeju are required to hold their national passport. Except for Japanese nationals, passengers with return tickets can stay without a visa. 15 days. Nationals of countries that have signed mutual visa exemption agreements with South Korea can stay without a visa within the specified period according to the agreement.

Customs: Customs inspection at the time of entry is divided into a non-declaration channel (green) and a declaration channel (red). If the foreign currency held by the passenger does not exceed 10,000 US dollars and the total value of the carry-on items does not exceed 300,000 won, ( (Limited to 1 bottle of wine, 10 boxes of cigarettes, and 2 ounces of perfume). If you do not carry items prohibited from entry or exit, you can use the green channel. If you carry valuables when leaving the country, you must fill out the "Declaration Form for Carrying Outbound Items".

Transportation:

There are highways connecting the north and south of Jeju. Foreigners holding international driving licenses can rent cars.

Catering:

Conch, sashimi, abalone porridge, seafood hot pot, grilled fangguan fish, etc. are all local specialties. Jeju’s famous food also includes cakes, Grilled Cargill fish, plum sparkling wine, pheasant soba noodles, crab soup, buckwheat shaved noodles, etc.

Shopping:

Jeju Island’s unique gifts include replicas of stone statues, black coral crafts and Jeongdong hats handmade with rattan, etc. Voltage: Generally 110V or 220V.

Tips

Taxes and service charges: The tipping system is not common in Korea, but when using tourist facilities or purchasing goods, a 10% surcharge is included. Of course, if you encounter a taxi driver who provides extra services such as carrying your luggage, it is best to express your gratitude.

Voltage: Generally 110V or 220V. In hotels and other service facilities, these two power sockets are provided to facilitate the use of electric shavers, hair dryers, etc. Please confirm the voltage before use.

Telephone: You can get the service of the switchboard in the hotel, or you can use the public telephones in the city. There are two types of telephones: coin-operated and magnetic cards. Most of them are magnetic cards. The local telephone directory number is 114, the international telephone directory number is 0074, and the manual international telephone service desk number is 0077.

Exchange money: You can exchange money at exchange offices in hotels and airports or at banks in the city. The price changes every day. The price of traveler's checks is slightly higher than that of cash. A certain handling fee is required when purchasing.