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Which season is the best to travel to South Korea? Which places are suitable for sightseeing?

Jeju Island is the best place to go to South Korea in summer...

Jeju Island is located at the southern tip of the Korean Peninsula. It is the largest island in South Korea and was formed by a volcanic eruption.

The unique natural scenery left over from ancient times to the present, the history and culture condensed by the life wisdom of Jeju’s ancestors, and the myths and legends of more than 18,000 ghosts and gods on the island make Jeju Island’s Cuncao Every inch of land is filled with spiritual energy.

Natural scenery

Jeju Island is also known as "Sanduo" island, which means many rocks, wind and women.

The rocks are caused by volcanic eruptions. Halla Mountain in the center of the island is itself a volcano that has been dormant for many years. Standing on the top of the mountain, you can see the beautiful scenery along the Seogwipo coast.

Near Udo and Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak, the haenyeo who dive into the rough sea and take risks to pick seafood can be said to be the representative of the "island with many women".

History and Culture

The island still retains its unique cultural customs and historical legends.

In "Sanxingxue" we can see the legend about the origin of Jeju Island people, while in Seogwipo in the south, there is a story related to China's Qin Shihuang.

Because there are no thieves or beggars, there is no door in the houses on the island. Walking into Seongeupri Folk Village and Jeju Folk Village Museum can make you intuitively feel the simple folk customs of Jeju Island people.

Local and seafood

People say that "eating is traveling". Of course, you can't miss the colorful food tour of seafood and local products here in Jeju.

In the seaside fishing village, you can enjoy the romantic coastal scenery and taste the freshly caught seafood.

In the folk village, immersed in the traditional folk atmosphere of local restaurants, your experience of Jeju cuisine will be more profound.

In addition, after successfully hosting the 2002 Korea-Japan World Cup, Jeju World Cup Football Stadium has become a new local tourist hotspot; and the popularity of the Korean drama "Dae Jang Geum" has also made Jeju Island a " An important stop of "Dae Jang Geum Tour", the Jeju Folk Village, Independence Rock, Zhenji Cave, Hyejae Beach and other scenic spots are very popular among tourists.

Teddy Bear Museum

Attractions

The history museum and art museum display teddy bears produced all over the world for more than 100 years.

There are not only teddy bears here, but also black bears and polar bears.

Introduction

The Teddy Bear Museum was built to display teddy bears that have been loved by people all over the world for hundreds of years. Teddy bears produced from all over the world can be seen in two exhibition halls. Visitors can also spend quality time in museum shops, Western restaurants, and outdoor parks with views of the sea. The exhibition hall can be roughly divided into a history hall, an art hall, and a planning exhibition hall. In the history museum, there are teddy bears that recreate historical figures and antique teddy bears that are combined with famous scenes from a century of history, including "The Last Supper" created by Michelangelo and Mona Lisa's teddy toy. The bear shape is particularly eye-catching. In the art museum, you can enjoy the vivid works of the masters who introduced teddy bears to the world of art, as well as animated characters that are loved by children. There is also the world's smallest teddy bear here, which is only 4.5 mm in size. You should check it out. The planned exhibition hall displays various teddy bears according to the themes of different periods. If you want to enjoy the scenery of Jeju Province and taste delicious food, you can go to the cafe and bar in the museum. In the coffee shop, you can sip fragrant tea and taste delicious food. The bar is an exclusive venue open to adults only during the summer. Apart from the more expensive coffee shops and bars, there are many places to go. There are many lifelike bear sculptures and models in the courtyard of the museum. The garden themed around the Half-Moon Bear family and the mythical pond is really beautiful.

Sakura Avenue

What to see

The Cherry Blossom Avenue at night during the Cherry Blossom Festival is crowded with tourists and the night cherry blossoms are in beautiful bloom.

Introduction

The petals of cherry blossoms on Jeju Island are larger than those of ordinary cherry blossoms, and they are also more delicate. The cherry blossoms on Jeju Island are most famous for their Cherry Blossom Avenue.

Every spring, the cherry blossoms bloom first in Jeju Island. At this time, Jeju people will hold the annual Cherry Blossom Festival on the Cherry Blossom Avenue inside the Jeju Sports Arena. During the festival, there will be various activities on the open-air stage of the arena, such as Jeju folk performances, "Flowers of Spring" special exhibition, origami exhibitions, model making using waste products, etc., and various delicacies and snacks can be found around the avenue.

On the last day of the Sakura Festival, the "Sakura Avenue Walking Race" will be held on the Sakura Avenue.

Tip: In addition to the Cherry Blossom Festival, the Jeju Rapeseed Flower Festival is also held at the Jeju Sports Arena, the host venue of the Jeju Cherry Blossom Festival.

Transportation

Take bus No. 100 at the bus station in front of Jeju International Airport → Get off at the long-distance bus station outside Jeju City → Get off from the bus station and turn your back to the bus station to the right Go, after passing the intersection, turn right and you will find Jeju Sports Arena (5 minutes' walk).

Address: Jeju Arena area, Jeju City, Jeju Island.