Spending vacation in Jeju is like a "breath of fresh air" to me. Literally..."fresh air"(clean and cool). Actually...although i was born and raised in the Philippines, which is known for having "hot" weather, i am more comfortable when it is cold. It's easier to move around during cold weather. I hate summer. If you are my "friendster friend", you will not see a photo of me "in a beach" during summer time. I would rather stay inside my air-conditioned room and sleep rather than walk under the sun. I love sea though...I am a "water lover". So avoiding the beach during summer time is such a difficult situation for me. But i would not have second thoughts coming to the beach when it's December...because it's the month of "cold days". Anyway...coming to Jeju is really a gift to me. Because i was able to enjoy the sea, cold weather and fresh air all at the same time!
I went to Jushangjelli, Yongduam Rock and Seopjikoji...three places that gave me the chance to be a lot closer to the sea. My eyes had a feast also at the wonderful rock formations in these three places. I wonder how it was made...or how God made it. Eventhough there were some historical explanations provided...it still did not erase the thoughts in my mind on how God marvelously created those big rock formations. Thinking about the sea...it even expands my thought of how great God is in providing sights such as these. If possible, i would love to stay there for several days and just be awed by the beauty of the sea and the rocks. I have some tip though...walking in rocks can be a bit difficult and slippery if you'll be wearing sandals or slippers only. A pair of rubbershoes would be very helpful.
Everytime i hear "Jushangjelli", a picture of a cliff (somewhat dangerous looking) enters my mind. It looks scary if you will imagine that you are on it. But if you are just on the side, you will definitely appreciate the details of the rock. The splashing waters beneath it gives the place an even scarier thought. I just imagine what would happen if a person fell down on it. He will fall down straight to the waters or hit his head on the rocks beneath. Anyway, it still does not change the fact, that Jushangjelli is a must see place. Just don't create any scary imaginations and you will defintely enjoy the view. Another way to better enjoy the view is to ride a yacht and embrace the feeling of being in the sea. ^^
Seopjikoji is the place where "All in" the Korean drama that featured Song Hye Kyo and Lee Byung Hun was shot. A beautiful church can be found there. So beautiful that if you will take a photo of it, it will look like you took it from a painting. It will be nice having a wedding there. It is situated in a high place, giving it a more "dramatic" effect. Seopjikoji is my 2nd best favorite place in Jeju, next to Hallim Park.
Yongduam Rock is more popularly known as "Dragon Head". As the name implies, you will certainly see a rock formation shaped like a Dragon Head. Again, another question popped: How did it happen? Well, more often...nature cannot be perfectly explained. But it is there to remind us that there really is God who created the earth. So many questions...few answers. So when there are no answers, all we can do is "stare." I defintely stared at the dragon head... amazed with its "uniqueness"
To complete my "water tour" of Jeju, i also went to see Chenjiyeon Waterfalls. It's not as grand as Pagsanjan Waterfalls in the Philippines, but still, this Waterfalls is also a breath-taking sight. The water is clean and clear. If there were no other people there, i would love to have a quick dip and feel the water under my feet. Seeing the wateralls is a long walk from the parking lot...but it's worth it because i see several interesting sights on the way...such as a lake, a bridge, a wood raft, a duck and also a souvenir shop which makes the long walk...fun!
To end this "water lover" entry....i would also like to share that I had a great dinner by the sea while in Jeju. It's totaly great..."eating samgyupsal while listening the waves crashing on the rocks surrounding it". It made my dining experience more special. ^^
For a busy person like me...being in the sea relaxes my mind for awhile. I see it as a "great medium" wherein i can pour all my thoughts and let it sink down the deep sea. The wind carries all the troubles while the waves crashes all worries. As i leave the place, i feel refresh.
Next time I feel like going to the sea and enjoying cold weather at the same time...i will remember Jeju, Korea. I will definitely come back...again and again...
To be continued.
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