Jeju Island is the largest island off the coast of the Korean, and the main island of Jeju Province of South Korea. The island lies in the Korea Strait, south of South Jeolla Province. The island contains the natural World Heritage Site Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes. Jeju is a popular holiday destination and a sizable portion of the economy relies on tourism and economic activity from its civil base.
The dormant volcano Hallasan stands 1,950 meters above sea level, but you can hike up and down in a day if you start early. Avoid the rain clouds of summer in favor of springtime azaleas, autumn colors or winter snow.
There is also many beach you can see in nature. The beautiful beach is empty outside of summer. Other top beaches for swimming and surfing are Emerald Bay, Gwakji, Hamdoek and Shinyang.
The massively popular historical drama "Jewel in the Palace" was filmed here, so you can pose as one of the stars, should you want.