Jindo Island, Hidden Paradise in South Korea

The phenomenon of the split sea on the island of Jindo is also inseparable from the legend of the local community. According to the story, in the past tigers were abundant on Jindo Island, and they started attacking local villages. A woman named Bbyong was accidentally abandoned when her family fled. He prayed daily to Yongwang, the God of the ocean until one night he came to her dream and told him that a rainbow would appear in the sea to cross. When she went out to sea the next day, the road was split and revealed a rainbow road and his family crossed the sea to meet him.

So that, apart from being a celebration of the local event, this festival is also held to commemorate Bbyong whose statue is on Jindo beach. Some people also make an annual pilgrimage to Modo Island and pay homage to their family statue there. Ganggangsuwollae (traditional Korean dance), manga (burial song), ssitkim-gut (ritual for the dead), deul norae (traditional farmer song), Jindo dog show, fireworks and various other events are held. Visitors also dig for shellfish, crab, abalone, seaweed and other seafood which they can cook to order at one of tented restaurants along the beach.

A Stunning View Until Many Parks On Jindo Island

[View from Jindo Beach and Garden in Jindo Park / Source: youarequeerhere.com, dreamstime.com, @Coolmon2009 Twitter (https://bit.ly/3r89dqM)]

One of the nicest corners in Jindo Island is the beach. Many tourists like this beach because it is still quiet and has a beautiful panorama. Summer is the best time to visit this Jindo beach.

Apart from its lush nature, Jindo Island has many parks such as Dadohe National Marine Park, historical relics and ancient sites. The tourists who come to Jindo usually really like the various traditional shows that are held in several places. One of the most popular events for tourists is when the area connecting Jindo Island and Modo Island - which is usually closed - is opened at the same time as the coastal waters recede. This event is usually held during summer or winter. Hundreds of thousands of tourists are confirmed to attend and participate in various local festivals while mingling with local residents.

References:

1. Unbelievable facts
2. IDN Times
3. Suwon Jakarta