How to get to Hangpadoori Anti-Mongol Historic Site<\/strong>
\nNo direct public transportation routes. Approximately 20 minutes by taxi from Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal,
\nThe fee is approximately 15,000 won.
\nIf traveling by car, search for 'Hangpadoori Hangmong Historic Site' on your navigation system. There is a public parking lot at the entrance.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
Saebyeol Oreum<\/h3>\n
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Standing tall all alone next to Pyeonghwa-ro in the mid-mountain area of Aewol-eup Saebyeol Oreum<\/span>It is a representative oreum of western Jeju. Although it is 519.3m above sea level, its relative height (the height of the oreum itself) is 119m, so it takes about 30 minutes to climb to the summit.<\/p>\nThe name originates from the meaning that it stands lonely like the morning star in the evening sky. The *Goryeosa* also mentions 'Hyoseongak'.(\u66c9\u661f\u5cb3)<\/span>\u2018It is a name old enough to be recorded as '.<\/p>\nIt is a complex volcanic cone with five peaks forming a star shape, and when you climb the ridge, a panoramic view of the western coast of Jeju and Biyangdo awaits. It is particularly famous for the sight of the entire slopes of the oreum being covered in silver pampas grass around October.<\/p>\n
The Jeju Wildfire Festival is held here every year around the time of the first full moon of the lunar new year. It is a festival that carries on Jeju's traditional pastoral culture of setting fire to the entire oreum to burn dry grass and pests.<\/p>\n
It is open free of charge year-round, and there is a well-equipped parking lot nearby with a capacity of over 300 vehicles. Since St. Isidor Ranch is located nearby, it is convenient to visit both together.<\/p>\n
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Saebyeol Oreum<\/p>\n
59-8, Bongseong-ri, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to Saebyeol Oreum<\/strong>
\nTake bus No. 282 from Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal \u2192 Get off at the 'Saebyeol Oreum Entrance' stop. Takes about 30 minutes.
\nBy car, you can enter directly from Pyeonghwa-ro (National Route 1135). The large parking lot in front of the hill is free.
\nIf your goal is to watch the sunset, I recommend leaving an hour before sunset and waiting at the summit.<\/div>\nNearby Indoor Attractions<\/strong>
\nIf the weather is bad Arte Museum Jeju<\/strong>It can be an alternative. It is about a 10-minute drive from Saebyeol Oreum (478 Eorimbi-ro, Aewol-eup). With over 6,700 Google reviews, it is the largest indoor attraction in the northwestern region of Jeju and an immersive media art exhibition hall.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
Hallim-eup<\/h2>\n
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Hyeopjae Beach<\/h3>\n
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If you ask about the beaches on the west side of Jeju, the place everyone names first is Hyeopjae Beach<\/span>The scenery created by the silver sandy beach mixed with many seashells, the shallow and gently sloping sea, and Biyangdo rising convexly above the water surface is unlike any other beach in Jeju.<\/p>\noffshore Biyangdo<\/strong>It is an island formed by an underwater volcanic eruption about 10,000 years ago. It is a 15-minute boat ride from Hallim Port, but since boat services are infrequent, be sure to check the timetable in advance.<\/p>\nBehind the beach, palm trees and a dense pine forest stretch out. It is a great place to rest in the shade after swimming, and it is also open at night during the summer.<\/p>\n
Geumneung Beach is a five-minute walk south of the beach. Although many people refer to the two beaches together, they are strictly separate places.<\/p>\n
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Hyeopjae Beach<\/p>\n
329-10 Hallim-ro, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to Hyeopjae Beach<\/strong>
\nTake bus No. 702 (Seoilju) from Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal \u2192 Get off at 'Hyeopjae Beach' stop. Takes about 1 hour.
\nAfter getting off, it is about a 3-minute walk to the beach.
\nHallim Park and Geumneung Beach are both within walking distance, making them a good combination for a half-day itinerary.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
Geumneung Beach<\/h3>\n
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If you walk south along the coastline from Hyeopjae Beach for just 5 minutes Geumneung Beach<\/span>It appears. It has the same emerald sea and the same view of Biyangdo, but it is much quieter than Hyeopjae.<\/p>\nThe parking lot is located right next to the beach, making it easy to move luggage, and when the tide recedes far out, natural pools appear in various places where even young children can play safely.<\/p>\n
There are fragments of seashells mixed in at the entrance to the beach, so it is convenient to bring aqua shoes. At sunset, the sun sets over Biyangdo, and the entire sky turns orange.<\/p>\n
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Geumneung Beach (Geumneung Eutteumwon Beach)<\/p>\n
119-10 Geumneung-gil, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to Geumneung Beach<\/strong>
\nGet off at the 'Hanlim Park' stop on bus number 702 and walk for about 10 minutes.
\nIt is most convenient to walk from Hyeopjae Beach (about 5 minutes).<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
Hallim Park<\/h3>\n
Hallim Park<\/span>It was established in 1971 by founder Song Bong-gyu, who personally reclaimed the wasteland in the Hallim area. Nine themes are spread across a 100,000-pyeong site, and there is too much to see to simply call it a botanical garden.<\/p>\nThe highlight is Hyeopjaegul Cave and Ssangyonggul Cave<\/strong>It is a lava cave formed by a volcanic eruption 2.5 million years ago and is designated as a natural monument. It is a rare example in the world of a complex cave that possesses the characteristics of both a lava cave and a limestone cave.<\/p>\nRainwater seeps into the coastal shell layers, causing limestone components to adhere to the cave ceiling, resulting in the growth of limestone stalactites inside the lava cave. The temperature inside the cave remains cool even in summer, making it a good place to escape the heat.<\/p>\n
It takes 2 to 3 hours to walk through the entire park, including the Palm Tree Path, Subtropical Botanical Garden, Jaeam Folk Village, Safari Bird Park, and Pond Garden. It is located a 5-minute walk from Hyeopjae Beach, making it convenient to combine with a beach visit.<\/p>\n
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Hallim Park<\/p>\n
300 Hallim-ro, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to Hallim Park<\/strong>
\nGet off at the 'Hanlim Park' stop on bus number 702 (right in front of the stop).
\nAdmission fee: Adults 15,000 won, Youths 10,000 won, Children 9,000 won (Please check before visiting).
\nOperating hours 9:00\u201318:00 (subject to change depending on the season).<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
Wolryeong Cactus Colony<\/h3>\n
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If you go about 2km south along the coastal road from Hallim Park Wolryeong Cactus Colony<\/span>It appears. It is the only natural habitat of the prickly pear cactus, a natural monument, in the country.<\/p>\nIt is not known exactly how the cactus, native to Mexico, came to establish itself on the western coast of Jeju. It is presumed that seeds drifted in via tides or ocean currents, forming a natural habitat.<\/p>\n
Cacti form a colony along a 300-meter stretch of the coast, creating a unique landscape with the contrast between the black basalt and the green cacti. Yellow flowers bloom in the summer (July to August), while purple fruits ripen in the autumn, displaying different colors depending on the season.<\/p>\n
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Wolryeong Cactus Colony<\/p>\n
359-4, Wolnyeong-ri, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to Wolryeong Cactus Colony<\/strong>
\nGet off at the 'Wolnyeong-ri' stop on bus number 702 and walk for about 5 minutes.
\nAbout a 5-minute drive (approx. 2km) from Hallim Park. Free admission.
\nParking space is limited, so using shared mobility or visiting on foot is recommended.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
Teshifon \u00b7 St. Isidore Ranch<\/h3>\n
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If you turn from the coast towards the mid-mountain area, a completely different landscape awaits. St. Isidore Ranch<\/span>It is a pasture ranch pioneered by Father McGlinchy, an Irishman, in the 1950s and 60s. His story of cultivating the wasteland of the mid-mountain region of Hallim and helping Jeju farmers become self-reliant is so deeply etched in local history that he is called the "Schweitzer of Jeju.".<\/p>\nWhat remains inside the ranch Teshifon<\/strong> The building is unique. It features an arched structure originating from ancient Iraqi cities, introduced in the 1960s for low-cost construction. The sight of rows of semicircularly curved roofs creates an exotic landscape unlike anything seen anywhere else in Jeju.<\/p>\nCurrently, some of the buildings are operating as a cafe, and freshly made ice cream and milk drinks are popular. Saebyeol Oreum is about a 10-minute drive away, making it a good place to visit together.<\/p>\n
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Teshifon \u00b7 St. Isidore Ranch<\/p>\n
35 Geumak-ri, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to St. Isidore Ranch<\/strong>
\nNo direct public transportation routes. When using a rental car, enter via Route 1136 (Route 516); it takes approximately 30 minutes.
\nThe 'Uyu Budan' cafe is operating within the ranch, and you can visit and use the cafe without a separate admission fee.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
Hankyeong-myeon<\/h2>\n
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Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road<\/h3>\n
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If you head south along the coastal road from Hallim-eup, you will enter Hankyeong-myeon where huge wind turbines stand in a row over the sea. Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road<\/span>Meets.<\/p>\nThis coastal drive course extends from Sinchang-ri in Hangyeong-myeon to Dumori, and is gaining popularity as a spot for driving and sunsets thanks to the unique scenery where offshore wind farms harmonize with the western sea of Jeju.<\/p>\n
There are several parking spaces along the coastal road, making it easy to stop and look out at the sea. On clear days, Marado and Gapado come into view.<\/p>\n
The highlight of this road is the scene where the silhouette of the wind turbines overlaps with the sun setting over the western sea at sunset. Since it is a road leading towards Suwolbong and Chagwido, it is natural to combine it into a single route.<\/p>\n
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Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road<\/p>\n
Area around 1323, Sinchang-ri, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road<\/strong>
\nRental car recommended. About 15 minutes south of Hallim along the coastal road (Hankyung Coastal Road).
\nFor public transportation, take bus No. 251 from Hallim and get off at the 'Sinchang-ri' stop (approx. 25 minutes).
\nYou can leisurely explore the entire coast by renting electric scooters or bicycles.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
Suwolbong<\/h3>\n
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At the end of Sinchang Coastal Road, at the western edge of Jeju Suwolbong<\/span>It is located here. Although it looks like a low hill 77 meters high, it is a place featured in volcanology textbooks around the world. Natural Monument No. 513<\/strong>interest Representative attractions of UNESCO World Geoparks<\/strong>It is designated as.<\/p>\nA layer of volcanic ash, formed about 18,000 years ago when magma explosively erupted upon encountering seawater, is exposed on the western coastal cliffs. This outcrop of pyroclastic layer is recognized as one of the best-preserved in the world and is featured in various volcanology textbooks.<\/p>\n
The true value of Suwolbong lies below the cliff, not at the summit. Eongal Beach<\/strong>It is revealed in... If you walk along the approximately 2.5km geological trail leading to Jagunae Port, you will encounter layers of volcanic ash, volcanic bombs, and a spring called 'Nokgo's Tears' in succession.<\/p>\nFrom the summit, you can see Chagwido Island and the western sea at a glance, and it is considered one of the most beautiful sunset spots in Jeju. You can also combine this with a Chagwido cruise departing from Jagunae Port.<\/p>\n
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Suwolbong<\/p>\n
3760, Gosan-ri, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to Suwolbong<\/strong>
\nTake bus No. 251 or 252 from Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal \u2192 Get off at the 'Gosan-ri' or 'Suwolbong' stop. Takes about 1 hour.
\nBy car, about 10 minutes along Noeul Coast Road from Sinchang Coast Road.
\nFree parking is available near the visitor center. Admission is free.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
Fantasy Forest Gotjawal Park<\/h3>\n
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If you leave the coast and head inland, an ecosystem unique to Jeju unfolds. Fantasy Forest Gotjawal Park<\/span>Gotjawal is a forest formed on rugged bedrock created by solidified volcanic lava.(Zi said)<\/span>It is a part of.<\/p>\nThe most significant characteristic of Gotjawal is that southern and northern plant species coexist within a single forest. This is because the lava bedrock emits cold air in the summer and warmth in the winter, forming a unique microclimate.<\/p>\n
Fantasy Forest is a privately owned site that has been well-maintained and opened to the public, and guided tour programs are popular. Visitors can walk along a trail approximately 500 meters long and learn firsthand about the ecology of Gotjawal. Foot bath facilities and a cafe are also operating within the park.<\/p>\n
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Fantasy Forest Gotjawal Park<\/p>\n
594-1, Nokchabonsai-ro, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to Fantasy Forest Gotjawal Park<\/strong>
\nTake bus No. 251 from Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal \u2192 Get off at 'Jeoji Fantasy Forest' stop. Takes approximately 55 minutes.
\nBy car, enter Road 1136 (Hanchang-ro) from Hallim-eup, about 20 minutes.
\nOperating hours 9:00\u201318:00, closed on Sundays. Admission fee separate (please check before visiting).<\/div>\nNearby attractions<\/strong>
\nRight next to the Fantasy Forest Jeoji-ri Artists' Village<\/strong>\uacfc Jeju Museum of Contemporary Art<\/strong>This area has been established. You can take a stroll through the Museum of Modern Art (closed on Tuesdays, admission fee 2,000 won), which includes an outdoor sculpture park, and unique galleries.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
The Thinking Garden<\/h3>\n
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Across the road from the Fantasy Forest is the Thinking Garden. It is a garden of bonsai, waterfalls, and ponds that the founder, Seong Beom-yeong, personally cultivated over the course of more than 40 years.<\/p>\n
Large-scale bonsai works harmonize with Jeju basalt to create a unique atmosphere. Quotes reflecting the founder's philosophy and life are inscribed throughout the garden, offering a resonance that goes beyond mere viewing.<\/p>\n
Carp inhabit the pond, and the sound of the waterfall serves as the background, immersing you in a tranquility completely different from the city center. Since there are not many visitors, it is also a great place for a quiet walk alone.<\/p>\n
It is great to combine this with the Fantasy Forest Gotjawal for a half-day course. If you include the Jeoji-ri Artists' Village and the Museum of Modern Art, you can complete a fulfilling and quiet day in Hankyeong-myeon.<\/p>\n
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The Thinking Garden<\/p>\n
675 Nokchabonsai-ro, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
How to get to the Thinking Garden<\/strong>
\nWithin a 5-minute walk from Hwansangsup Gotjawal Park.
\nOperating hours 9:00\u201318:00. Admission fee applies (please check before visiting).
\nYou can proceed on foot after using the Fantasy Forest parking lot.<\/div>\n<\/p>\n
The northwestern part of Jeju is a place where nature comes first, rather than flashy tourist attractions.<\/p>\n
It is wonderful to walk along the windswept coast of Aewol, lose track of time in front of the emerald sea of Hallim, and read the traces of an 18,000-year-old eruption on the volcanic cliffs of Hangyeong.<\/p>\n
If you are tired of crowded tourist spots and are looking for something more substantial, let's head northwest to Jeju.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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