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Gangjeongcheon Stream (강정천)

Gangjeongcheon Stream (강정천)

10.5Km    26302     2022-08-18

Gangjeong-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Unlike most streams on Jeju Island that can easily run dry, Gangjeongcheon Stream, located to the east of Gangjeong Village in Seogwipo-si, flows with clear water all year round. The stream stretches 16 kilometers in length and has 7 small ponds, 6 bridges and 13 waterfalls. The old pine trees and uniquely formed rocks and stones on either side of the stream make for great natural sightseeing.

The stream is home to sweetfish and groups of mandarin ducks, which are Natural Monument. During summer, the stream is crowded with vacationers thanks to the clean water and relaxing environment.

Manor Blanc (마노르블랑)

10.8Km    0     2024-02-20

46 Iljuseo-ro 2100beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Manor Blanc is a café that features a beautiful garden adorned with hydrangeas in summer, pink muhlies in fall, and camellias in winter. From late fall to winter, the café also offers citrus picking experiences. Their drink menu includes homemade hallabong ade, green tangerine ade, and Jeju lemon ginger ade. Visitors can enjoy the views of Sanbangsan Mountain and Seogwipo Sea from the second floor of the café.

Jeju Sanbangsan Carbonate Hot Springs (제주 산방산탄산온천)

11.0Km    47833     2024-03-11

192, Sagyebuk-ro 41beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-792-8300

Jeju Sanbangsan Carbonate Hot Springs is a carbonate hot spring that contains the main carbonic acid components (free carbonic acid, bicarbonate, sodium, etc.). It is said that this enhances blood circulation, lowering blood pressure and reducing the burden on the heart. It is also beneficial for skin care and fatigue recovery, making it a perfect place to relax after a long day of exploring Jeju. There is an indoor bath designed with glass inside as well as an outdoor open-air bath, so visitors can bathe while enjoying the view of Sanbangsan Mountain and the deep blue sea.

House of Refuge (하우스오브레퓨즈)

House of Refuge (하우스오브레퓨즈)

11.1Km    0     2024-07-24

735 Haso-ro, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

House of Refuge is a large culture complex featuring a cafe and artwork together. The menu includes unique items using local products, such as Jeju banana pudding, and Jeju Nouveau non-alcoholic beer. The space is the perfect setting for exhibitions, parties, performances, and other events.

Sanbanggulsa Grotto - Jeju (산방굴사(제주))

Sanbanggulsa Grotto - Jeju (산방굴사(제주))

11.2Km    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))

Sanbangsan Mountain (Jeju) (산방산(제주))

11.4Km    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.

Yongmeori Beach (용머리해안)

Yongmeori Beach (용머리해안)

11.6Km    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. 

Eongttopokpo Falls (엉또폭포)

Eongttopokpo Falls (엉또폭포)

11.6Km    37122     2022-07-27

Eongtto-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6090

Eongttopokpo Falls is 50 meters high and is surrounded by uniquely formed rocks and stones. In the vicinity of the falls, there is a spacious temperate forest and evergreen scenery that contributes to the area's scenic beauty year-round.

To reach the waterfall, visitors can start from Wolsan Village in Gangjeong-dong and follow Akgeuncheon Stream up for 500 meters, or walk northwest 800 meters along the mandarin field before Gang Chang-hak Park.

Spirited Garden (생각하는정원)

Spirited Garden (생각하는정원)

11.6Km    0     2024-04-19

675, Nokchabunjae-ro, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

The Spirited Garden, spanning a 36,000㎡ land, is divided into various thematic areas: fantasy, soul, inspiration, philosophers, junipers, tangerine, peace, and secret. This garden showcases a unique interpretation of traditional Korean garden art, with meticulous landscaping, bonsai collections, and distinctive rock formations set among lawns and volcanic features known as parasitic cones (Oreum). Additionally, the garden is enhanced by artificial elements, such as massive volcanic stone fences and gates, all handcrafted, as well as waterfalls and ponds that complement the stone structures. 

Spirited Garden (생각하는 정원)

Spirited Garden (생각하는 정원)

11.7Km    34721     2021-03-26

675, Nokchabunjae-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-772-3701

Spirited Garden is home to hundreds of bonsai plants in a natural garden with the theme of oreum (volcanic cone) and water. The name changed from Bunjae Arpia in 2007 to commemorate the 15th anniversary after opening and to renew the garden as an international garden. The history of the garden started in 1963 when Seong Beom-yeong, the founder of the garden, came to Jeju and cultivated the wasteland full of rocks. The garden came into the international spotlight as the beautiful space was created from the wastelands by a single farmer. The garden has been visited by many honored public figures such as Jiang Zemin and Hu Jintao from China, Nakasone from Japan, Kim Yongsun from North Korea and others. Currently, about 400 planted trees are on display. Also, visitors can see various facilities including stone walls and stone towers stacked with Jeju volcanic stones, the largest artificial waterfall in Jeju, and a pond filled with large carp at the base of the the waterfall.