A glimpse of Chujado Island in spring: Don’t miss it!
Located about 90 minutes by ferry directly north of Jeju Island, Chujado is a region of the province that gets far less attention than it deserves. This remote, rustic and remarkable Jeju gem is a must-see. You’ll need a day or two to explore (staying overnight takes some advance planning/reservation making). Also, a cast-iron stomach is a plus when making the somewhat rough ocean journey. That said, it’s very worth the journey to experience Chujado Island in all its beauty.
Please enjoy these photos from the JTO’s Regional Tourism Dept.’s “10 Recommended Spring Experience Programs for Chujado Island”.
Walking the island with an ever-present blue ocean to accompany you. Jeju Olle walking trail 18-1 spans the northern and southern parts of Chujado.Given its remote location in between Jeju and the mainland, the night sky is particularly spectacular. This is especially the case when the sea is rough and the fishing vessels are safely in port. Navarone Cliff is an impressive sight. Some local residents call the path on the cliff “Hanuelgill Road,” which means a path in the sky, probably because the cliff is very steep.If it’s spring, you’ll be treated to a walking experience full of flowers, including bright yellow canola.Jeju Olle walking trail 18-1 is 17.7 kilometers and connects many of the sights you’ll want to see while on Chujado. Enjoy your voyage in health!Prior to 1910 Chujado Island was actually a part of South Jeolla Province. You can still see hints of that history in the food, for example. Crucifix of Tears & Tomb of Hwang Kyung Han: Here is a monument to a local Catholic who was martyred during the Catholic Persecution of 1801 (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic_Persecution_of_1801).Spring fog rolls in with the warmer weather, casting a veil of mystery over the coast cliffs, beaches and shore.Gulfweed dries in the sun. Gulfweed soup, or “Momguk” is hearty and considered “challenging” to eat due to its strong ocean flavor. Another brown sea vegetable growing wild on rocky coastlines is “tot”. Rich in iron, calcium, magnesium and fiber, it features in the local dishes.
