Seongsan Ilchulbong

Seongsan Ilchulbong is a majestic peak rising from the eastern coast of Jeju Island, offering unique scenery and breathtaking sunrise views from its summit.
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Seongsan Ilchulbong is a beautiful tuff cone located in Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, South Korea. The name Seongsan (城山), meaning “Castle Mountain,” comes from its resemblance to a huge castle rising above the sea. As the name Ilchulbong suggests, the sunrise viewed from this place is considered one of the most beautiful scenes in Jeju. Here is an English description of Seongsan Ilchulbong:

Key Features:

Geological Value:

  • Seongsan Ilchulbong is a tuff cone formed by an underwater volcanic eruption about 5,000 years ago.
  • The huge bowl-shaped crater and the surrounding bizarre rocks create a unique and beautiful landscape.
  • It is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site and has been recognized for its geological value.

 

Beautiful Sunrise:

  • Seongsan Ilchulbong is famous as a place where you can see the most beautiful sunrise in Jeju.
  • Many tourists visit every New Year’s Day to see the sunrise.

 

Various Attractions:

  • From the top of Seongsan Ilchulbong, you can see the surrounding scenery such as Udo and Seongsan-eup at a glance.
  • Around Seongsan Ilchulbong, there are various attractions such as coastal scenery and haenyeo (female diver) diving performances.
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Main Attractions:

Seongsan Ilchulbong Summit:

  • When you reach the top of Seongsan Ilchulbong, you can see the huge crater and the surrounding scenery.
  • On a clear day, you can see the surrounding scenery such as Udo and Seongsan-eup at a glance.

 

Coastal Scenery:

  • The coast around Seongsan Ilchulbong offers a beautiful landscape of bizarre rocks and the blue sea.
  • You can enjoy various coastal scenery by walking along the coastal walking trail.

 

Haenyeo Diving Performance:

  • You can watch the diving performance of Jeju haenyeo on the coast of Seongsan Ilchulbong.
  • It offers a special experience where you can get a glimpse into the lives and culture of Jeju haenyeo.
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Seongsan Ilchulbong is a special place where you can experience the beautiful nature and culture of Jeju at the same time. If you visit Jeju Island, be sure to stop by.

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Trey S.
01:07 27 Dec 24
The walk is a little bit challenging because it is entirely stairs all the way to the summit. The stairs are in good condition.When you arrive at the summit, there are many places to sit and rest. It can get very busy at times with large groups of people.The track is one way so you will not encounter people coming in the opposite direction.The view from the summit is nice and looks over the island below and out to sea. Also there is a large crater at the top that you can get a good impression of.Tickets are required to access, and there is a person at a booth, as well as automated ticket machines.
Gin N.
14:39 28 Nov 24
The hike was tiring, and the views leading up to the peak were great. However, I found the overall experience a bit underwhelming, as the views—while nice—weren't among the most spectacular I've encountered. The crater itself was the highlight, but the effort required didn’t seem to fully match the scenery.
Jason C
10:00 10 Nov 24
An hour climb to the top with free parking at the bottom.Buy a ticket using cash from the ticket booth or the automated machines which is credit card only.Go early. Big crowds here towards lunchtime and try avoiding the big tour buses carrying the noisy Chinese maindlanders!Takes 1 hr to climb up with lots of narrow n steep stairs. There are places to rest n recover every few steps.Bring water. Bring sunglasses. And bring a towel for sweat.
Bernard O.
09:06 29 May 24
Great place. So many visitors.^_^ sadly my ankle doesnt allow me to climb much after temple climb... n my daughter the whiner.. 😆Came at right time no fog great weather n unbelievable beautiful blue sky. My wife enjoyed the top view with my son.Its hot but the breeze cools everthing. 😎
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