Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff (주상절리대(대포동지삿개))

18.8Km 185321 2024-03-11

36-30, Ieodo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-738-1521

Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff is a stone pillar formed by lava that flowed out of the crater and contracted as it cooled rapidly. It is characterized by its polygonal staircase-like form. The stones are 30 to 40 meters high, hexagonal in shape, and line the coast for about 1 kilometer. The constant crashing of the waves is a highlight not to be missed.

Seogwipo Recreational Forest (서귀포자연휴양림)

19.0Km 48646 2020-08-13

882, 1100-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-738-4544

Seogwipo Recreational Forest is Korea’s southernmost recreational park that serves as an excellent nature getaway by preserving the mountain’s forest environment and ecosystem while minimalizing manmade structures as much as possible. The park is located approximately 700 meters above sea level, and is 10 °C lower in average temperature compared to that of Seogwipo’s downtown, providing the ideal condition to enjoy forest bathing and camping from spring to fall. The park is easily accessible by car, thanks to the paved road from the mountain’s foothills all the way up to the park’s entrance. It takes about 30 minutes by car from Seogwipo’s downtown to the recreational park. The park is densely packed with trees and the air is filled with the refreshing forest scent, and even has a pebble walking trail suitable for a barefoot massage. The forest is equipped with amenities such as a mountain cottage, forest bathing site, campfire site, cooking area, and auto-camping site. Although the amenities serve to provide visitors’ convenience, they are minimized so as to prevent damage to the forest’s natural environment.

Historic Site of Anti-Mongolian Struggle in Hangpadu-ri, Jeju (제주 항파두리 항몽 유적)

19.2Km 27533 2022-08-18

50, Hangpaduri-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-710-6721

Historic Site of Anti-Mongolian Struggle in Hangpadu-ri is where the Sambyeolcho military unit of the Goryeo dynasty resisted the invasion of Mongolia until the last possible moment. The site houses an exhibition hall, a monument, and a unique mud fortress. Nearby is Jangsumul Spring (Jangsu means general) which flowed from the footprints of General Kim Tong-jeong. Today, water from the spring cannot be used as drinking water.

Sambyeolcho was a military unit of the Goryeo dynasty. When the Goryeo dynasty made peace with the Mongolian forces in February 1270 (the 11th year of King Wonjong), the Sambyeolcho special defense unit opposed it and launched a resistance movement. They moved their base to Jindo in Jeollanam-do, but after suffering a huge defeat, they moved to Jeju-do and built Hangpaduseong Fortress. They continued to fight against the Mongolian forces for two more years there. However, all the members were killed in April 1273 (the 14th year of King Wonjong).

This independent anti-Mongolian movement was born out the deeply patriotic belief in the need to safeguard the nation from foreign invasion. In 1977, the government invested 745 million won to restore part of the fortress and build a monument in commemoration of those who died in the war. The work was completed in June 1978.

Joanne Bear Museum (조안베어뮤지엄)

19.2Km 27790 2022-10-13

113, Daepo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-739-1024

Joanne Bear Museum located in Jungmun Resort Complex in Seogwipo-si, on Jeju-do Island is a gallery exhibition hall for Joanne Oh, a world-famous teddy bear artist. The museum, which boasts the motto “nature and environmentalism", showcases teddy bears that are made of all-natural materials. The eco-friendly pieces mimic the natural beauty of Jeju Island and give visitors a feeling of comfort and refreshment.

Noeully (노을리)

19.5Km 0 2024-01-31

656 Aewolhaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Noeully is a dessert café located in Gueom-ri, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si. The entrance and interior are decorated like a bus stop and a glass greenhouse, respectively, allowing visitors to enjoy tropical plants and the ocean view. It consists of a rooftop café on the second floor and a sky garden on the third floor, as a no-kids zone except on the first floor. Chairs and tables face the sea for an open view of the Jeju sea and sunset, making this café a popular spot to visit for taking photos to post on social media. One of the charms of Noeully is that visitors can enjoy flowers here all year round, such as mustard flowers, hydrangeas, sunflowers, cosmos, and buckwheat flowers. The representative menu item is Briquette bread, a briquette-shaped glutinous rice bread filled with strawberry jam. In addition, the menu includes a variety of drinks, coffee, scones, and cookies.

Keun Gaetmul Hoetjip (큰갯물횟집)

19.6Km 8452 2019-05-22

161, Daepo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-738-1625

Located in Daepohang Hoe Town, an area where ‘hoe’ (sliced raw fish) restaurants are gathered, is Keun Gaetmul Hoetjip, a two-story modern restaurant with a large parking space and a great view of the ocean.
The exceptionally hygienic condition of the restaurant and the kitchen is quite impressive.

Jungmun Equestrian Park (중문승마공원)

20.0Km 0 2024-01-09

244 Ieodo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Jungmun Equestrian Park is where visitors can experience horseback riding while looking at the sea, and even beginners can enjoy horseback riding without any concerns. Visitors can choose between a walking course that takes 10–15 minutes and a Beach Olle course that takes 20–25 minutes. The Beach Olle course has a beautiful ocean view and reaches its peak in spring when canola flowers are in full bloom. It is operated under a reservation system in principle, but walk-in is also accepted on a first-come,first-served basis. Visitors are advised to call in advance as programs are subject to cancellation in case of adverse weather.

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