Today we are heading to Jeju! As part of our tour package from Yeha Tour, we had to wake up early to catch the local flight from Gimpo Airport to Jeju.
A short flight from Seoul which was about 1 hour, we landed on the island of Jeju. We took a taxi from the airport towards our hotel - Palace Hotel (which was also included in our tour package). We will spend 3 nights here!
We reached the hotel at 8.30am. We were lucky as we are allowed us to check in early. Our room was spacious and facing the beautiful sea.
After settling everything and got some rest, we went to find for food which will be our brunch.
We just wandered along the street, they are lots of food to be found here. One thing I noticed is that, Jeju is completely different from Seoul. It was a calm and relaxing city. Hence, why it was a hotspot for honeymoon.
Not forgetting to mention, the weather in Jeju is much more colder than in Seoul!
When the wind blows, you will feel the chill into the bone! Great experience for both of us!
We found this restaurant and we heard that we had to try the seafood in Jeju, we just simply picked this restaurant and made our order. We were the first customer as it was only around 11am.
Braised fish is one of the famous way how fish is cooked in Jeju island. It was very spicy! The portion was big as well. As usual, Kimchi were provided.
"Korean Pizza" - pancake. To me, it was normal. It tasted like a Japanese omelette where we can find from any sushi outlets even in Malaysia.
Generally, we are not very satisfied with this restaurant. As the food quality is normal and pricey. It costs us 42,000 won.
After lunch, we headed to our first destination, Yongduam Rock which also known as Dragon Head Rock. We will go by foot as it is walking distance from our hotel.
Along the way, we captured the nice scenery on the way to Yongduam Rock.
Along the way, we captured the nice scenery on the way to Yongduam Rock.
The Yongyeon (Dragon River) suspension bridge from the downtown promenade to Yongduam Rock.
Clear blue sky with sunny rays and extremely cool weather!
Behind me, The Dol Harubang (Stone Grandfather) carved from block of basalt. You can find it anywhere in Jeju Island. I will blog more about this in my next post.
Finally we reached Yongduam Rock.
According to history, a volcanic eruption about 2 millions years ago, created this formidable dragon head!
However, there are also some tales which say that, it was formed by the messenger of the Dragon King, whom were asked to gather a herb which will promise eternal life in Jeju Island. But, the act of this messenger had angered the Halla Mountain God and the messenger was shot by an arrow. Part of the messenger body sunk into the sea and its head remained above the water. Interesting huh! :P
Overlooking at the back is the gigantic Halla Mountain, I supposed. :p
Overlooking at the back is the gigantic Halla Mountain, I supposed. :p
It was about noon time, is time for us to head to our next destination - Yeomiji Botanical Garden. It is located at Jungmun region which was South-West of Jeju Island. On how to go, read on. :)
As there are no subway in Jeju Island, and the nucleous of the public transport hub is focused at Gimpo Airport, we took a cab towards Gimpo Airport and then hop on towards the Airport Limo Bus(No. 600) towards Jungmun. It cost us 3,900 won each.
Do not worry abt how and when to alight, each stop are anounced in English prior alighting.
The bus was so comfortable that I falled asleep. At about 40min of travel, it reached Yeomiji Botanical Garden. This stop will lead us to the famous Teddy Bear Musuem as well. So, get off at Yeomiji for the famous teddy bear in town.
Before our visit to Yeomiji, we got something to chew in the convenient store outside Yeomiji. It does make you hungry when the weather is cold. :P
Samdasoo water a.k.a the water of Jeju. Can be found all over the place in Korea, but it is cheaper in Jeju. A sushi rice stick to re-energize. Not forgetting the banana milk. Must try!
Just opposite the convenient store is Yeomiji Garden. You need to pay 7,000 won in order to experience a fascinating botanical garden which was established since October, 1989. It possessed different plants from all around the world.
During the fall in Korea, Chrysanthemum Flower will be the only major flower that blossom throughout the romantic fall season. Yellow, Purple, Pink... very beautiful!
I let the picture to do the talking...
Saw this tree and I thought it would make a nice photo and decided to capture it.
After that, we go to the Teddy Bear Museum which was a few step away. The entrance fee is 7,000 won per person.
The gallery is grouped into three sections: the History Hall, the Art Hall and the Project Exhibition Hall. History Hall displayed the important events for the past 100 years.
The Alfred bear.
Anyone whom watched Korean drama "Princess Hours" before should familiar with these cute bears.
Daniel Swarvoski.
At the Art Hall you can find the 125 Karat Teddy Bear which is a traditional German bear made from mohair and trimmed with diamonds sapphires.
At the Art Hall you can find the 125 Karat Teddy Bear which is a traditional German bear made from mohair and trimmed with diamonds sapphires.
The famous Louis Vuitton(LV) Bear whom fetched a world record price of over $190,000 at a fund-raising charity auction in Monaco. Don't miss the chance to snap a photo with this bear as it is not available in all the around the world except Jeju Teddy Bear Museum.
We visited until the musuem closed and we took a cab back to our Hotel at the price of 15,000 won which is a cheap deal.
Our dinner was a simple one. We opted for Mcd which was nearby to our hotel.
After the dinner, we went for a walk around the small shopping town of Jeju and we end our day here, happily!
Looking forward for the tour around Jeju tomorrow!
Looking forward for the tour around Jeju tomorrow!
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