South of Jeju: Jungmun Highlights

Part of the highly sought out Seogwipo-si on the southern side of Jeju Island, Jungmun-dong is a popular vacation destination for many. Famous for its namesake white sandy beach (중문해수욕장), majestic waterfalls and natural wonders – It’s also the surfing spot on the island and where you’ll find the largest concentration of Jeju Haenyeo. Haenyeo are female divers in their 60s, 70s and even 80s who free-dive up to 60 feet to catch abalone, conch, octopus and seaweed. The profession is centuries old and the women who carry on this tradition are known around the world. See these diving women for yourself and experience the taste of seafood cut minutes before being sliced and set on your plate just steps away from the ocean, our South of Jeju guide will lead you there.