North Gyeongsang · 울릉군
Ulleungdo Island: what to see and do
A steep volcanic island in the East Sea with sea cliffs, a crater basin and small harbour villages.
Known for
- Nari Basin, a crater-floor plain
- Taeha Village and its scenic monorail
- Hwangtogul, a clay cave on the Taeha coast
What to do
Visit the Nari Basin, then ride the monorail near Taeha. Island food includes squid and mountain greens.
Tip: Ferries run from Pohang, Gangneung and other east coast ports and often stop in rough seas, so keep spare days.
From Seoul: KTX 2 h to Gangneung, then a ferry of about 3 h
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