(South Korea) - Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Jeju Island, also known as the "Island of the Gods," is a popular vacation spot for visitors. It remains one of the top honeymoon destinations for Korean newlyweds. The island's mixture of volcanic rock, frequent rains, and temperate climate, make it very similar to the Hawaiian Islands in the U.S. The island offers visitors a wide range of activities: hiking on Halla-san (South Korea's highest peak), catching sunrises and sunsets over the ocean, viewing majestic waterfalls, riding horses, or just lying around on the sandy beaches.

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Although tourism is one of the main industries on the island, many of the hotels and other tourist areas are run by mainland companies, so much of the income never gets put back into the local economy. Also, since the attractions are geared towards tourists, many of the entrance fees can be hefty (although the locally owned and operated ones tend to be cheaper).

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

Wind & stone in Jeju island – Island of the Gods

(Life In Korea)