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where the busy port, Incheon, is. In the northeast of the country, Gangwon is the least populated area. There are four regions in South Korea. The region in the east is a diverse area of high mountains and coastal plains. To the west are coastal plains, river basins, and hills. The southwest is mainly mountainous. Lastly, the southeastern region is where the broad basin of the Nakdong River is situated. As much of South Korea is mountainous, it makes farming difficult, so much of its food has to be imported. In fact, only about a third of South Korea’s land mass is lowland, and potentially suitable for agriculture. About three thousand islands are situated off the western and southern coasts of South Korea. The largest island Jeju is 62 miles (100 kilometers) from the mainland. The island has an area of 712 square miles

Jeju Island

             Jeju Island is a beautiful location off the coast of South Korea. The highest mountain in the nation is located there, and there are direct flights to the island from places such as Beijing, Osaka, and Shanghai. The visa requirements aren’t strict, which also makes this a popular tourist destination. Jeju Island is home to a UNESCO geopark known as the Manjang Cave. This natural wonder is over 5 miles (8 kilometers) long and was formed with cooled lava. It’s just one aftereffect of the island’s volcanic history. Visitors looking to experience the island’s volcanic craters can head to Sunrise Peak, also known as Seongsan Ilchulbong. This is accessible by bridge, and there are many activities along the route. Visitors find that the tourist destination has parking and shopping, adding to the scenic beauty of the photo-worthy landmark. .

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