Overview
The island is known for its unique cuisine, most notably the local seafood caught by Jeju’s famous female deep-sea divers (haenyeo), all of whom are aged 60 and over. Jeju’s beaches are perfectly suited for some coastal relaxation, its idyllic waters cloaking vivid seascapes of coral.
What makes Jeju Island so special?
While Jeju Island may be known more for it's emerald waters and sandy beaches, it also has the tallest mountain in Korea at 1,950 meters (6,398 feet). Hallasan Mountain rises up in the center of Jeju Island and has over 350 volcano shaped peaks.
Visa Requirements
Original Passport with at least 6 months validity and minimum 3 blank pages + all old passports if any; Visa Application form; 2 recent colour photographs (Photo Specification)
Languages spoken
Korean
Currency used
Korean Republic won
Area (km2)
1,833.2 km2
