Seongsan Ilchulbong: visit & learn Korean
A volcanic landmark on Jeju's eastern coast is a chance to learn the words for steps, viewpoints and changing weather.
성산일출봉
Jeju · nature
Plan your visit
Official tourism information · Find on Naver Map
Check the official listing for current opening times, admission and access before travelling.
Korean to take with you
- 이 길로 가면 돼요? — Is this the right way to go?
- 여기서 얼마나 걸려요? — How long does it take from here?
- 화장실이 어디예요? — Where is the restroom?
- 잠깐 쉬고 싶어요. — I’d like to rest for a moment.
- 쓰레기통이 어디에 있어요? — Where is there a rubbish bin?
Words to notice
- 길 — path; road
- 바다 — sea
- 산 — mountain
- 호수 — lake
- 산책 — walk; stroll
Find a path on the map. Practise asking whether it is the right way and how long the walk takes.
Take a break
Original Seemile practice dialogue. This is an imagined situation, not a description of staff or services at this location.
- Walker A: 잠깐 쉬어도 될까요? — Could we rest for a moment?
- Walker B: 네. 어디에서 쉴까요? — Of course. Where shall we stop?
- Walker A: 사람들이 지나가는 길은 피하고 싶어요. — I’d like to stay clear of the path people are using.
- Walker B: 쉬어도 되는 곳을 찾아봐요. — Let’s find a suitable place to rest.