Hallim Park – The Theme Park in Jeju Island

Visiting theme park is one of the best activities that will replenish and rejuvenate you and your family’s mood. There are many theme parks to choose. Wherever you are from, you will be pleased as you drop by to Hallim Park, Jeju Island, South Korea. Hallim Park is a great place for those who have limited time. It promotes about 8 different featured themes. There are certain beautiful garden areas, folk village parks, lava caves, and the parks itself. It gives you great cross cultural understanding of South Korean culture and natural attractions on Jeju Island.

Yakcheonsa Temple – Jeju Island, South Korea

One of the most sacred and popular temple you can visit in Jeju Island, South Korea is Yakcheonsa Temple. It is the second largest temple complex on the Jeju Island. With the beautiful size and shape, the colorful architecture of unique masterpieces make it one of the Jeju’s most inspiring building.

Seongsan Llchulbong

Hiking can be both fun and thrilling activity you can experience in Seongsan Llchulbong, South Korea. A hike up Seongsan Llchulbong is a nice experience while with the views of the crater, the surrounding coastline and islands. It is unusual place since it was created by an underwater explosion, creating such well formed path.

Dongdaemun Market

Dongdaemun Market has been one of the major markets in Korea since its opening in 1905. It is the perfect place to look for wholesale clothing. The market has grown wide and large. There are about 20 shopping malls in the Dongdaemun Market so that you can find there are a lot of choices and range of prices. A full range of fashion items can be found Dongdaemun Market at reasonable price. Just say what you want and you will find it immediately. However, the market is always crowded with tourists, retailers, customers and foreigners. So you must be quick to find your stuff there. Dongdaemun Market is divided into different sections. And I am here to give you information about those sections.

National Folk Museum of Korea

Learning historical aspects from South Korea visitation is a wise thing to spend your valuable time with your family. Visiting National Folk Museum of Korea is a great starting. It is located inside the Gyeongbokgung Palace. The National Folk Museum of Korea presents about 4,000 historical artifacts that were used by ordinary Korean people in the past time. Here you can find the real culture of previous domestic and agricultural lifestyles. Moreover, you will be able to learn about Korea’s cultural beliefs.

Gyeongbokgung Palace

If you are looking for the most beautiful palace of South Korea, it would be Gyeongbokgung Palace. It was built in 1395, and also referred to as the “Northern Palace” since the location of this site is the furthest north compared to the neighboring palaces of Changdeokgung (eastern palace)  and Gyeongheegung (Western palace). The Gyeongbokgung Palace is indeed the most beautiful palaces amongst them.

Though the premises were destroyed by the fire during the Imjinwaeran War (Japanese invasion, 1592-1598), the palace’s 7,700 rooms are remain restored and you can enjoy the beauty of its heritage now.

So, bring your camera out and take as many pictures as you can to have such a nice memorable moments with your family.

Everland – South Korea Destination

   
   
Everland was opened publicly in 1976 as the first family park in Korea. It was originally named “Yongin Jayeon Nongwon”. However, to grab more international attractive tourists, the company change its name to “Everland” to make the name more recognizable and easier to remember. The park is the house of the 40 heart-pounding rides and attraction. There is “Safari World” that promotes incredible white tigers, tigers, lions and bears. While if you are up to herbivore animals, there is “Herbivore Safari” that opened in April 2010, showing the visitors he giraffes, elephants and ostriches.

Namiseom Island

The construction of the Cheongpyeong Dam result on what we call it as Namiseom Island. It is a half moon shaped (462,809m2) isle. Namiseom Island name taken from the General Nami, who led their troopers to win the battles against the rebels in the 13th year of the 7th king of Joseon Dynasty, King Sejo.

Teddy Bear Museum – South Korea Destination

   

Who does not know the name of Teddy Bear? I would like to highlight one of the best destinations in South Korea namely Teddy Bear Museum. It boasts quite great variety that have been loved for more than a hundred years over the world. The Teddy Bear Museum promotes 2 incredible galleries that you can see the teddy bears from various countries. In addition, you and your family can enjoy valuable time there at the museum shop, café, restaurant or the outdoor park where you can see the fascinating views of Jungmun Sea.

Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak

   

Located on the eastern end side of Jeju Island, there is a huge crater called Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. The crater is about 600 m in diameter and 90 m high. With 99 sharped like rocks surrounding the Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, it seems like a gigantic crown. While the southeast and north sides are cliffs, the northwest side is such grassy hill that connects the visitors to the Seongsan Village directly. The ridge provides such great spot for you and your family to walk or perhaps horse riding too. Another great idea to enjoy your time here is to look at the sunrise from the crater that is magnificent. The Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak is surrounded by yellow colored rapeseed flowers in the spring that is truly a sight to memorize.

Yongduam Rock - Dragon Head Rock

Yongduam Rock is located at the north of Jeju City. The Yongduam Rock means Dragon Head Rock was created by waves and winds for over thousands years. However, judging from the form of the rock, there are many versions of story of how it came to be.

Jusangjeolli Cliffs

Traveling to South Korea will not be completed without visiting Jusangjeolli Cliffs. The Jusangjeolli Cliffs offer more than only Natural interest. They offer a view that will hold your breath and stun your eyes. They are stretched along the southern coast of Jejudo Island. You and your beloved family can have a seriously fun time by looking at the incredible sight of this area. Jusangjeolli Cliffs was created between 250,000 and 140,000 years ago.

Jeju Island Lava Tube

When you and your family spend your vacation time in Jeju Island, you can go down to a Jeju Island Lava Tube. There are actually more than 120 lava tubes that are scattered throughout the island. Some of them are safe and open to the public. This is the perfect measurement of natural scenic views that will be worthy to be saved in your camera.

So, what’s there?

The Hyeopjae and Ssangyong are the place accessed from Hallim Park. Other the most visited Jeju Island Lava Tube is the Manjang gul Caves. Offering 2 levels of tubes, it features lava columns and interesting formation. It is open to the public and you deserve to visit it.

Cheonjiyeon Falls

One of top recommended natural places you need to visit in South Korea is the Cheonjiyeon Falls. Ceonjiyeon that means “God’s Pon,” derives its name from the legend telling about 7 fairies serving the King of Heaven came down to the pond on stairs of cloud. He bathed in its clean waters. That’s how the name was taken.

Tap-dong Street

Tap-dong Street is the most important tourist area in Jeju City. It runs near the boardwalk from Jeju Port. Many of luxury and big hotels are located here. It is such strategic place to attract tourists to enjoy their vacation in Jeju Island. There are number of fresh seafood restaurants, making this street also called as “Haechip Street”.

It is the best destination for those who want to enjoy their nightlife here. You and your family can have such late delicious seafood dinner, shopping from the popular Tap-dong Street vendors, having a nice time to club, watching art performance at the Cheju Seaside Art Center, or just walk around along the boardwalk to spend the lovely night. Tap-dong Street Amusement Park has 8 lovely different rides for your family. The entrance for the park is free. But you must spend some bucks to a ride ticket. People also enjoy the Tap-dong Street area during the day. The vendors there open the stores from morning till midnight. So you do not have to worry to replenish your boring day.

What to Do in Jeju Island

You probably have a plan to go to South Korea this summer. If you are looking for warmer climate for your vacation, Jeju Island in Korea is the best solution for you. Jeju Island is a small island with warm climate and beautiful views. Your eyes will be caught by the beautiful white sandy beaches and waterfalls splash into rivers and sea at one point. Jeju Island is an UNESCO World Heritage Site, meaning that it is one of wonders in the world. Reasonably, you will regret if you miss your opportunity to spend your leisure time in Jeju Island.

Many of the activities you can do in Jeju Island. If you are up to outdoors activities, you can try hiking, walking, watersports like swimming, snorkeling, wind surfing and diving. Jeju Island is also called as the South Korea’s main diving center, attracting million international divers in the world annually.

Here I want to share you a bit information about how you will spend your time Jeju Island with your family.

Gimpo International Airport

Gimpo International Airport is also known as Gimpo Airport. It is located in the far western end of Seoul, some 15 km west of the Center District of Seoul. Gimpo International Airport is an important airport that connects South Korea to the whole world. It was the main international airport for South Korea before being replaced by Incheon International Airport in 2001. However, that replacement does not affect the role of this airport. It is the 2nd largest airport in Korea after Incheon International Airport.

Incheon, South Korea

Incheon is one of the most important place you should never miss when visiting South Korea. It is called as one of the most interesting cities in South Korea that offers a lot of fascinating scenic views especially its shores as well as its natural scenes. That is the reason why more and more travelers want to visit Incheon. This city is the modern day Incheon that has changed its face so that the tourism objects are open here.

With the bunch of events, the city was created which was designated as the Wolmi Special Tourist District. With this lable of inauguration and the Incheon International Airport, Incheon is ready on its way to bring the tourism, commerce, logistics and transportation to the world.