VISIT JEJU

The 'Three Abundances' of Samdado

Samdado was given its name because of its abundance of wind, rocks and women. Hidden within Samdado is the history of Jeju residents who wisely and stubbornly overcame their natural environments.

Mythical Origins of an Island Kingdom

Jeju is a place full of various legends and myths. This is the story of the birth of Jeju Island and the founding of Tamna!

A Proud Record of UNESCO Designations

UNESCO designated Jeju a Biosphere Reserve in 2002, a World Natural Heritage site in 2007, and it received Global Geopark Network certification in 2010. It is a trifecta unique in the world.

Island Folklore

There are many differences between mainland Korea and Jeju Island, including differences in nature, culture, and dialect. On Jeju Island, the shamanistic beliefs "dang" and "gut" are preserved as part of the unique culture.