- Address: 93 Jungmungwangwang-ro, Saekdal-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju-do, South Korea
- Phone: +82 64-735-1100
- Opening hours: 09: 00-18: 00
- Year of foundation: 1989
- Area: 112300 sq. M. m
In the South Korean city of Jeju there is the picturesque Yeomiji Botanical Garden, which is considered one of the best on the continent. It is located in the tourist complex of Chungmun , where traditional culture is closely intertwined with natural attractions .
general information
It is one of the largest botanical gardens in the world, its area is 112,300 sq. Km. Visitors here since 1989. Employees of Yemidji are engaged not only in the design of the territory, but also in the selection of plants. Also they constantly exchange seedlings and seeds with 130 countries of the world. Thus, the collection of the institution is constantly increasing.
On the territory of the Botanical Garden of Yemidji there is a glass observatory resembling its shape of an octopus. Its height is 38 m, and the area is 12 520 sq. M. The building was erected in 1992 and is intended for a greenhouse. In the center of the building is a large pavilion. It is a viewing platform, from the top of which opens a stunning view of the island of Jeju.
What can you see in the greenhouse?
The territory of the Yemidji Botanical Garden is divided into several theme parks, which are interrelated. Here grows more than 2000 species of subtropical and tropical plants. In the greenhouse, tourists make a tour around the circle and can visit such zones:
- Flower garden - on its territory you can see exotic plants, for example, orchids (vanda, cattleya, phalaenopsis), begonias, bougainvilleas, etc. A pond with islets was equipped here, and arches, sculptures, arbours and pergolas were installed around it.
- Exposition of rare plants of Korea . It is located in the central hall and is dedicated to the local flora. Particular attention is paid to wild chrysanthemums, which are endemic on the island.
- Garden of aquatic plants - it introduces visitors to mangrove plants, monsters, callas, hyacinths, lilies, lotuses and cyperus. In this zone there are 4 ponds and the same number of waterfalls.
- An exhibition that symbolizes the traditions and culture of the population. The exhibits are made of volcanic stones and local flora.
- The jungle garden has an atmosphere of moist equatorial forests. On the territory of the composition there are rivers with crocodiles, trees with birds and amazing plants.
- Garden succulents - here are collected exotic cacti.
- Park of tropical fruits - here grows about 40 species of trees, which regularly bloom and bear fruit. The glass showcases show all the stages of their maturation
What else is in the park?
In Yemidji you can see such thematic zones, located in the open air:
- Palmar - here grow cicadas, washingtonia, trachycarpus and other subtropical plants, surrounded by sculptures-totems.
- The European complex consists of an Italian and French garden. Their design will be taken from the famous palaces of Rome and Paris, built in the XV century.
- Korean Garden - it combines Chinese and Japanese styles. Here is a pond with gazebos and live stones surrounded by Far Eastern plants, for example, hibiscus, sakura, kerry, chanomeles, etc.
Features of visit
The Botanical Garden is open every day from 09:00 to 18:00. On its territory there is a train that can accommodate up to 60 people. He quickly takes guests to the right zone. There are also souvenir shops and cafes.
How to get there?
The address of the Yemidji Botanical Garden is quite easy to find. First tourists must reach the town of Songvipo. There are buses from all over Jeju Island . Then you need to transfer to a regular bus, the next directly to the park. The journey takes up to 20 minutes. The postal address is as follows: 93 Jungmungwangwang-ro, Saekdal-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju-do.