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<Jeju Sangumburi>
Today's destination is Jeju Island!
"Gumburi" from Sangumburi means "volcanic crater" in Jeju dialect.
Therefore, Sangumburi is the crater of a volcano of Halla mountain.
But, Jeju Sangumburi is more special than any other ones.
(Image from: Doopedia)
(Image from: Doopedia)
Sangumburi is a "Maar" crater.
There are very few maar craters all over the world and Sangumburi is the only one in Korea.
Maar craters are broad, low-relief volcanic crater.
They usually get filled up with water to form a relatively shallow crater lake, but Sangumburi isn't.
This is what makes Sangumburi even more special.
Even though this area has quite a lot of rainfall, water does not fill up the crater.
Therefore, all sorts of plants have grown around the crater, creating a beautiful garden.
Not only does the crater itself have a great view, but the surrounding area also has a magnificent view.
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
Just like Jeju Olle road, Sangumburi also has a paved walking course.
However, it seems as if there aren't a lot of places to hide from the sun, so get yourselves ready for the beaming sunlight or visit before it gets too hot!
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
Last but not least, you cannot forget to take pictures while travelling!
Just like the photos above, don't forget to bring with you a tri-pod or a selfie stick :D
Jeju Sangumburi is open all throughout the year and the opening hours are as follows.
Summer season (Mar~Oct) 09:00~18:40 (tickets close at 18:00)
Winter season (Nov~Feb) 09:00~17:40 (tickets close at 17:00)
※ Closing hours may vary depending on the weather conditions
Entrance fees are as follows
Individual - Adult 6,000 / Teenager, child, elder 3,000
Group - Adults 5,000 / Teenagers, children, elders 2,500
Residents - Adults 5,000 / Teenagers, children, elders 2,000
※ Groups are over 20 individuals
※ Adults include college students, teenagers are middle/high school students, children are those over 4 years old and 65 years+ elders need to have an identification card
Jeju Sangumburi website: http://www.sangumburi.net/
Jeju Sangumburi Tel: 064-783-9900
