Ulleung-do
Ulleung-do is a small South Korean island in the Eastern Sea, 120 kilometers east of the Korean Peninsula.
Due to its volcanic origin, most of Ulleung-do is rugged and mountainous. It is rich in natural wonders such as columnar joints, unique rock formations, an abundance of spring water, a large primeval forest, and many rare plants. In the center of the island, Seonginbong rises to 984m, and Nari Basin was formed by the depression of the caldera crater.
As a foreign visitor Ulleung-do’s magnificent nature as well as the welcoming character of the islanders, who live mainly from fishery, agriculture, and tourism from the mainland, made a deep impression on me.
Once you step down from the ferry at Jeodong port, you start to sense the island’s particular aura, and you understand that this small piece of rocky land, along with neighboring Dok-do is a place of significance and longing for many Koreans.
Approaching the island by ferry on a rainy day
Daily coastal sea fog near Jeodong.
Forest at Naesujeon Sunrise Observatory.
On a hike at Taeha-ri.
Seagulls at Jeodong Fish Market.
Local restaurant at Dodong Harbour.
Dodong main road winding up-hill to Sadong.
Dry leaf on coastal volcanic rock.
Squid fisher boat at Jeodong Harbour.
Seonginbong primeval forest.
Songgotbong and Chusan Pebble Beach.
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