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The island of Jeju, which also happens to be a “Special Self-Governing Province” of South Korea, is located south of the mainland of Korea. Because of its beauty, Jeju ranks as one of the topmost in the list of the best sightseeing destinations in South Korea. Among the many scenic beauties and natural wonders, the Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju is one of the most mesmerizing. Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju is one of the wonders that this beautiful island-province is endowed with. Though there are other beautiful attractions in Jeju, the Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju is one of the chief tourist draws in Jeju. The Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju stands out particularly because of its spectacular beauty. Positioned along the south coast of the island province, the Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju stretch to a distance of 2 Km alongside the coast. Standing like sentinels, the 20 meter Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju are rock formations that was chiseled out by nature the during time span between 250,000 and 140,000 years ago. These basalt formations, also called ‘Jisatgae Rocks’ by the locals, look like pillars and columns and are remnants of volcanic activity. Geologists have it that during the Pleistocene Period, the cooling lava cracked, fractioned and contracted while flowing into the sea. Out of these cracks and contractions rose the Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju. However, the way that they stand today, the Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju have also undergone an immense weathering process. Yet, despite it all, the Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju have retained their imposing façade over the years. A unique feat in nature, the pillars of the Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju is formed in perfect hexagonal shape. They easily rival a similar formation that is to be found in Northern Ireland, called the “Giant’s Causeway”. Its location is a further feature that enhances its beauty. The Jusangjeolli Cliffs in Jeju have been declared as a Cultural Monument of the island.
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