Chejudo (Jejudo) Island, South Korea
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Chejudo island is one of the favorite settings for the various Korean soap opera and is a famous getaway even for locals. The island presents various possibilities to enjoy a vacation - sporty activities, visits to caves, beaches, mountain and falls, and parks and views of ages stone works, festivals, and entertainment centers. Because of its separation from the mainland, some differences in culture can also be noted.
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[edit] Sights to See
Beaches
- Hamdeok Beach
- Hyeopjae Beach
Buddhist Temples
- Cheonwhang-sa
- Yakcheon-sa
Historical Areas
- Jeju Folk' Village
- Residence of Kim
- Cheong-hi
- Samseonghyeol
- Seongeup Folk Village
Landmarks
- Cheonjaeyeon Waterfall
- Cheonjiyeon Waterfall
- Daepo Seashore
- Dumunpo Seashore
- Geumneung Seokbul-won (Stone Garden)
- G.imnyeong-gul and Manjang-gul (Caves)
- Hangpadu-ri Fortress
- Jeju Culture and Art Center
- Jeongbang Waterfall
- Sanbang-san Mountain
- Sangumburi Crater
- Sarabong Peak
- Seongsan Ilchubong (Sunrise Peak)
- Songak-san Peak
- Suwol-bong Peak
- U-do
- Yongdu-am (Dragon Head Rock)
Miscellaneous
- Bunjae Yaesulwon
- Coastal Highway
- Jungmun Resort Complex
- Tap-dong
- Yomiji Arboretum
Museums
- Folklore and Natural History Museum
- Jeju Education Museum
- Jeju Independence Museum
- Jeju Teddy Bear Museum
Parks
- Bija-rim Forest
- Halla Arboretum
- Halla-san National Park
- Hallim Park
- Mok Seok Won
- Sinsan Park
[edit] Shopping Spree
Jeju Folk Arts Complex
[edit] Accommodations
Five and four stars
Lotte Hotel Jeju - also recommended for our Lovers' Haven for its beautiful scenery, the external grounds and rooms that offer a grand view of the sea. Location is 2812-4, Saekdal-Dong
Jeju 697-130 South Korea.
The Shilla Jeju - located at Joongmun Beach and is close to Jungmun Golf Course. The Jeju international Airport is about 50 minutes away. Address is 3039-3 Saekdal Dong Seogwipo Shi Cheju.
Ramada Plaza Jeju Ocean Front - Great location and is easily accessible to/from international airport and Jeju Harbour. Offers the usual first class amenities
Three and Two Stars
Hotel New Crown - good for multiple people checking in so as to divide the price among themselves thus costing less. Located at 274-12 Yeon Dong Jeju Do.
Ocean Grand Hotel - Located right at Hamdeok Beach which gives a good view and easy access of the sea.
Pearl Tourist Hotel Jeju - Located at city centre at this address 277-2 Yeong Dong Jeju City. Offers basic amenities and a/c rooms.
Budget Lodge
Letsgojeju Guesthouse - relatively inexpensive and a short distance from the airport. Address is at 2680, Yusuam-ri, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
Motel Bobos - located in central of the city offering some amenities for comfort at a relatively cheap price.
[edit] Dining Places
Hoejip Street - full of seafood restaurants where one may get a taste of fresh fish.
Jongdal Jamsuchon Restaurant Jeju - specializes in Japanese food. Address is at 478-10 jongdal-ri, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province
Ong Po Cottage Garden Jeju - a Korean restaurant serving its sumptuous meals in a sort of forest ambiance. Ong Po has won several Cookery Contests and had been the voice of various former presidents of Korea. Address is at 312-4 Ongpo-ri, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province
Check out some of the local dishes of South Korea
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