Interesting Facts Every Avid Traveler Should Learn about Jeju Island

Jeju Island in South Korea is one of the most beautiful volcanic islands thriving with several beautiful caves, unique wildlife species, and sandy white beaches. Located in the Korea Strait, 53 miles from the tip of the Korean peninsula, there’s a lot to learn from this beautiful island.

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Interesting Jeju Island Facts

Whether you want to book for one seat, the best seat or the premium seat. No matter which premium seat you wish to fly for, we can provide you with affordable deals on all occasions with United Airlines Deals and tour packages. Here are some of the most interesting facts about Jeju Island every avid traveler planning to visit this island should learn:

•        The highest mountain in South Korea is Mount Hallasan located on Jeju Island. Hallasan is a shield volcano and the peak of the mountain looks like a giant crater.

•        Jeju Island is a tropical paradise popular for its beautiful beaches, caves, and waterfalls.

•        Jeju Island has a moderate climate Dall throughout the year and during the Koran War, many refugees used the island for some refuge.

•        The Manjang cave was listed as a World Heritage Site in 2007 by UNESCO. The lava cave was formed when the lava erupting from the volcano cooled.

•        The 1,950 meters above sea level Hallasan Mountain is a dormant volcano. It last erupted around 800 years ago and is believed to have been formed about 25,000 years ago.

•        Jeju Island is considered as ‘Hawaii of Korea'. It has also been nicknamed Samdado which means the ‘island of three abundances' which refers to the wind, rocks, and women where women are said to be extremely beautiful.

•        Jeju Island is also home to stone statues known as Dolharubang or stone grandfather. These stones were first was carved from lava rock in 1750. There are 45 statues at present.

•        In the 11th century, Jeju Island was used as a training grounds for horse, as a prison and later as a fort to protect against Japanese pirates by the Mongolians. It was only until the 1960s and 70s that it became a tourist destination.

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