Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes

Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes

Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes is located at the southernmost tip of South Korea, covering an area of 18,846 hectares. The site boasts breathtaking scenery including colorful carbonate cave ceilings and ground geological formations, pitch-black lava cave walls, cone-shaped mountains made of tuff, and South Korea’s highest peak—Hallasan Mountain. Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes is not only incredibly beautiful but also serves as a testament to the Earth's development, characteristics, and evolutionary processes.

Jeju Island is a volcanic island and a treasure trove of plant life, with distinct vertical distribution of various species according to altitude. It remains a pristine and natural island, home to uniquely spectacular natural landscapes. Along the coast, there are numerous uniquely shaped cliffs, and more than 360 small volcanic bodies known as "parasitic volcanoes" are scattered across the island, each with its own distinctive appearance.

In addition to its rugged rocks and cliffs, Jeju Island is also home to waterfalls with distinct personalities. Beyond its islands, beaches, parasitic volcanoes, and narrow paths, Jeju has many places with beautiful natural scenery.

Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes

Must-visit reason: South Korea’s most stunning island

Continent where the attraction is located: Asia

Country/Region where the attraction is located: Korea

Province/State where the attraction is located: Jeju Special Self-Governing Province