Daejeonghyanggyo Confucian School (대정향교)

7.4 Km 17304 2019-12-26

165-17, Hyanggyo-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-742-8866

Daejeonghyanggyo was a Confucian school during Joseon Dynasty. Although the exact date of construction is uncertain, it is estimated that the building was built around the same time as Daejeonghyeon in 1416.

The school was originally located inside Bukseong but it was once moved outside of Dongmun and then again to the site of Seoseong. It was finally moved to Dansan Oreum where it remains to this day. At present, Daejeonghyanggyo Confucian School consists of Daeseongjeon, Myeongryundang, Dongjae, Seojae Shinsammun, Daeseongmun, Dongmalmun and Dongjeongmun. Daeseongjeon was remodeled in 1669, 1688, and 1752. Myeongryundang was rebuilt in 1772. After several instances of remodeling and rebuilding, Daeseongjeon was remodeled again in 1993. The Confucian school was designated as the Jeju Tangible Cultural Asset No. 4 in August 1971.

Chocolate Museum (초콜릿 박물관)

7.6 Km 63598 2022-12-27

144, Iljuseo-ro 3000beon-gil, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

The Chocolate Museum in Seogwipo, Jeju is the second largest chocolate museum in the world (the largest being the Cologne Chocolate Museum in Germany). Built using volcanic scoria unique to Jeju, the museum looks like an ancient castle and seems to complement the surrounding natural environment. The front yard measures 5,000 meters squared and is surrounded by a low-lying fence made of rough stones, giving even passerbyers a great view of the museum's front garden .
At the entrance to the museum, a whimsical statue of a cacao god greets visitors. The museum has three floors and houses a gallery, a theater, a café, a workshop, and a chocolate store. The most popular exhibits are the gallery with various exhibits on chocolate and the workshop showing the chocolate-making process. The chocolate produced at the museum is available for both sampling and purchase. In addition, the 'Collection Square' features a wide array of chocolate cases and other items that Mr. Han Ye-seok, the museum director, has collected from around the world.
In the 'Chateâu Chocolat: Real Chocolate Place' chocolate shop at the Chocolate Museum, visitors can get a taste of hand-made chocolates. The Chateâu Chocolat is a retail chocolate chain with franchises in Gyeongbokgung, Apgujeong, Itaewon, and Changdeokgung in Seoul, and Yangyang and Somdari in Gangwon-do.

Jeju Glass Museum (제주유리박물관)

7.8 Km 39330 2022-11-30

1403, Jungsanganseo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-792-6262

Jeju Glass Museum (originally the Gimpo Glass Museum and SongHee Glass House), has been making a significant contribution to the advancement of Korean glass art over the past several years through constant research and innovation. The museum opened on March 1, 2008, and has state-of-the-art facilities including a glass art exhibition hall, studio with a kiln, glass-blowing room, and glass processing room. With an expansive area totaling 3,500 pyeong and a broad grass field for displaying artwork, it is a perfect place to study and learn. The museum also offers some programs for visitors to learn and gain a greater appreciation for glass art.

Andeokgyegok Valley (안덕계곡)

7.8 Km 37371 2021-01-27

Seoangol-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6001

Andeokgyegok Valley in Gamsan-ri Village is located 2 kilometers east of Hwasun-ri. The valley is filled with many species of pine trees that make up the Evergreen Forest, designated as Natural Monument No. 377. The road from the entrance to the waterfall offers a picturesque scenery. The view at night, when lit by nothing but the stars in the sky, is nothing short of spectacular.

Sanbanggulsa Grotto - Jeju (산방굴사(제주))

7.9 Km 49941 2022-11-14

218-12 , Sanbang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-794-2940

It is said that the peak of Hallasan Mountain where Baekrokho Lake now exists was taken off and thrown away, which then became Sanbangsan Mountain. The myth describes how unlike other mountains on Jejudo Island, this mountain does not have a crater. The 5m-high rock cave at the cliff on the southwest side of the mountain was originally called Sanbanggul Cave, but it is called a temple now because it possesses a Buddhist statue.
This is where monk Hye-Il (964~1053) had lived during the Goryeo dynasty (918~1392)
Inside the cave, you can see Marado Island and the Dragon Head Coast. You can also see small ponds being made by the water drops that fall from the ceiling all through the year. The plant zone on a cliff of Sanbangsan Mountain is also designated as a natural monument. It is the only place on Jejudo Island where island boxwoods grow. On the Dragon Head Coast is the Hamel Memorial Monument.

Sanbangsan Mountain (Jeju) (산방산(제주))

8.0 Km 69452 2024-03-12

Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-794-2940

Sanbangsan Mountain, meaning "mountain with a cave," is home to Sanbanggulsa Temple, a small temple located at the foot of the mountain where a Buddha statue is enshrined. According to Jeju mythology, it is said that the grandmother deity, Seolmundae Halmang, tossed aside a rock from Hallasan's summit, forming this mountain. Standing at 395 meters above sea level on the southwestern coast of Jeju Island, Sanbangsan Mountain boasts vibrant fields of mustard flowers in spring, creating a picturesque view against the backdrop of the mountain.

Hwasun Golden Sand Beach (화순 금모래 해변)

8.2 Km 38625 2022-10-14

Hwasunhaean-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Hwasun Golden Sand Beach is surrounded by beautiful nature. It is close to Sanbangsan Mountain and the Yongmeori Coastline, and the islands of Hyeongjedo, Marado, and Gapado are off the coast to the southwest. On one side of the beach is a fresh water spring where people can enjoy a freshwater bath.

The beach is located in Hwasun-ri in Andeok-myeon, which is easily accessible and has accommodations, shops, and restaurants.

Marine Park (마린파크)

8.3 Km 17097 2021-01-27

132, Hwasunjungang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-792-7776

Located in Hwasun-ri, Seogwipo-si, Marine Park is the first and only national dolphin experience site. It has a trick art photo zone on the basement level, an indoor dolphin experience site on the first floor, and a children’s aquarium that exhibits 100 species of fish local to the Jeju region on the second floor. Activity programs include feeding dolphins, experience being a dolphin trainer, dolphin swimming and snorkeling, diving with dolphins and prenatal education with dolphins. Marine Park also participates in ocean animal transportation, as well as rescue and leading trainer business.

Sanbangsan Canola Field (산방산유채꽃밭)

8.4 Km 0 2024-03-07

San18 Sagye-ri, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

The Sanbangsan Canola Field is located next to the public parking lot in front of Sanbangsan Land, making it very easy to find. The vast fields create a beautiful landscape of yellow blossoms before the backdrop of Sanbangsan Mountain. The flowers are usually at peak bloom in March. In addition to Sanbangsan Mountain, other nearby attractions include Yongmeorihaean Coast, and Sagyehaean Coast.

Yongmeori Beach (용머리해안)

8.5 Km 50478 2024-03-12

112-3, Sagye-ri, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-794-2940

Yongmeori Beach is a hydrovolcano rocky shore formed by the accumulation of volcanic debris erupted from three craters under the sea. The coastal cliffs look like a dragon's head ('Yongmeori') due to long periods of sedimentation and erosion. The oddly shaped cliffs created by the waves provide a magnificent scene. The shore platform by the sea serves as a walking trail. Along the road down to the seashore is the Hamel Monument, in remembrance of Hamel who drifted to this place.

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