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

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

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

12.4Km    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.

Beachstoryhotel / 비치스토리호텔

Beachstoryhotel / 비치스토리호텔

12.6Km    2025-03-05

492-5 , Johamhaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-784-7400

Beach Story Hotel stands right next to Hamdeok Beach, Jeju-do, so guests can enjoy the life of the beach and the sight of the ocean all day long. There’s a choice of guestrooms - twin, double, or ondol - and they are neat and clean. The location on Joham Coast Road means guests can enjoy a drive while admiring the coastal scenery. For walkers, Jeju Olle Trail #19 and the Seoubong Trail are close. The famous Café del Mundo is also nearby.

Ivar Garden (아이바가든)

12.6Km    2024-04-19

8 Goseongnamseo-gil, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Ivar Garden is an immersive media art exhibition hall in Aewol-eup on Jeju’s northwest coast. The hall is divided into eight exhibition spaces, each with a unique theme like Dreamy, Industrial, Mystery, and Party. The exhibitions extend all the way to the floor and the ceiling for a fully immersive experience. 

Jeju Best Hill (제주베스트힐)

Jeju Best Hill (제주베스트힐)

12.7Km    2024-03-20

2109-36 Namjo-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Best Hill is a campground at Namjo-ro, Jeju, at the foot of Banongoreum Parasitic Cone, surrounded by Gotjawal, a jungle-like forest featuring ferns growing on stone-rich land. It is located about 20 to 30 minutes from Jeju International Airport, so it is a good base camp for the surrounding tourist sites as well. Onsite facilities include the pension itself, glamping campground, drone game range, 3D experience, and hot air balloon experience. The pension features a variety of room arrangements, from Camellia to Herb, Meditation, Family, and Experience Rooms, for groups of all sizes. The glamping campground has private bathrooms attached to each tent for convenience. The hot air balloon experience allows riders to take part in the take-off and landing processes. There's a large grassy playground for kids and a covered swimming pool in the summer for hours of fun. Nearby sights include Eco Land Theme Park, Jeju Stone Park, Hamdeok Beach, and Saryeoni Forest Trail.

Gyorae Natural Recreation Forest (교래자연휴양림)

Gyorae Natural Recreation Forest (교래자연휴양림)

12.7Km    2025-09-16

2023, Namjo-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Gyorae Natural Recreation Forest, located in Jeju’s Gotjawal region, is a forest park divided into four zones. The recreation zone features forest thatched cottages and an outdoor performance venue. The camping zone includes campgrounds, an outdoor stage, and a futsal field. The ecological experience zone offers opportunities to observe the Gotjawal ecosystem. The forest bathing zone has a 3.5-km Oreum trail leading to Keunjigeuri Oreum. The forest is recognized as healing and relaxation space for people to unwind and find relief from the stresses of daily life.

Jeju Stone Park (제주돌문화공원)

Jeju Stone Park (제주돌문화공원)

12.7Km    2025-10-23

2023 Namjo-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Located in Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Stone Park was inspired by Jeju's culture and applications of stones. The main theme focuses on the foundation and identity of Jeju Island, based on the myth of Seolmundae Halmang (Grandmother Seolmundae), who created Jeju Island and the stones of Obaek Janggun (Five Hundred Generals). The park serves as a historical and cultural space where collected stones respresent Jeju's foundation and culture.

GS25 - Jeju Hamdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25제주함덕점)

12.7Km    2024-06-26

2, Hamdeok 13-gil, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

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Olive Young - Jeju Hamdeok-ri Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 제주함덕)

Olive Young - Jeju Hamdeok-ri Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 제주함덕)

12.8Km    2024-04-16

522, Johamhaean-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

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Hamdeok Seoubonghaebyeon Beach (함덕 서우봉 해변 (함덕해수욕장))

Hamdeok Seoubonghaebyeon Beach (함덕 서우봉 해변 (함덕해수욕장))

12.9Km    2025-03-31

519-10 Johamhaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Hamdeok Beach is located along Jeju Olle Trail Course 19. It is also referred to as Hamdeok Seoubonghaebyeon Beach due to the volcanic cone nearby. Located just 20 kilometers from Jeju International Airport, the beach is famous for its great scenery of emerald-blue waters, tall palm trees, and white sandy shore. The beach is considered one of Jeju's top three beaches. To the western end of the beach, there is a bridge built over the water. Additional amenities include a grassy field perfect for picnics and a coastal walking trail. In particular, many people visit during summer evenings to enjoy the night sea. Seoubong Volcanic Cone is beautiful in spring when it is covered in yellow canola blossoms. Climbing up to the summit offers fantastic views of the entire area, including Hallasan Mountain on clear days.

Jeju Island Special Tourist Zone (제주도 관광특구)

Jeju Island Special Tourist Zone (제주도 관광특구)

13.2Km    2025-05-20

Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Located to the southwest of the Korean Peninsula, the island of Jeju is Korea's largest tourist destination. The entire island has been designated as a special tourist zone, and it's easy to see why: there is hardly any spot on the island that is not photogenic. Unlike mainland Korea, which has a temperate climate, Jeju boasts a climate that is closer to subtropical. Hallasan Mountain, lying at the center of the island, is surrounded by 368 parasitic cones, known as "Oreum." Eleven beaches have been designated as tourist beaches, but including those that are not officially designated, the island features nearly thirty beaches in total. Famous beaches include Iho Tewoo Beach, Samyang Beach, Hyeopjae Beach, Geumneung Beach, and Gwakji Beach. Jeju's renowned Olle Trails, a system of hiking paths, span a total length of 425 kilometers and would take about fifteen days to complete in their entirety.