Jeju

States
Korea
Category
Natural
Year
2007
Region
Asia & Pacific
Coordinates
33.4688888889, 126.7202777777
Last Visited
2018
UNESCO ID
1264
WH Site
1264
Jeju

Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is renowned for its exceptional geological features, including a well-preserved system of lava tubes formed by volcanic activity thousands of years ago. The site showcases dramatic volcanic landscapes, such as the Geomunoreum lava tube system and the prominent Hallasan Mountain, a shield volcano with a crater lake at its summit. These natural wonders highlight the region’s unique biodiversity and provide valuable insights into volcanic processes, making it a significant destination for scientific study and tourism.

📍 Location Map
Points (7)
  • Geomunoreum Lava Tube System - 1 Gujwa-eup
  • Geomunoreum Lava Tube System - 2 Gujwa-eup
  • Geomunoreum Lava Tube System - 3
  • Geomunoreum Lava Tube System - 4
  • Geomunoreum Lava Tube System - 5
  • Hallasan Natural Reserve
  • Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone Seongsan-eup