5.16 Tree Tunnel
Overview
The 5.16 Road is the first national highway of Jeju and connects the cities of Jeju and Seogwipo. Drive the winding road toward Seogwipo to the points about 2.6 to 1.2 kilometers at a distance from Hallasan Seongpanak Rest Area to reach a tree tunnel shaped like an arch made with evergreen trees and deciduous trees. At the northern entrance to the tree tunnel, there is a sign reading, “The road is more beautiful if you drive slowly.” The road here is narrow and has many curves, causing a risk of accidents, so drivers should be careful. Another reason to slow down while driving on this road is to appreciate the surrounding scenery.
Located at the foot of Hallasan Mountain, the road provides various aspects of nature throughout the four seasons. Trees that extend out from both sides of the road and are bent as if embracing the sky provide cool shade in the summer, red leaves in the fall, and dazzling snow scenes in the winter. The 5.16 Tree Tunnel presents picturesque four seasons of Jeju.
Nearby Places
Baengnokdam Lake
Baengnokdam is a crater lake that sits on top of Hallasan Mountain at the center of Jeju Island. It spans 3 kilometers in circumference and 500 meters in diameter, and is surrounded by approximately 360 parasitic cones. At the peak, visitors can feel like floating on clouds.
Camellia Hill
Camellia Hill is a camellia arboretum that was created on a 172,000 square meter plot of land in Sangchang-ri, Jeju-do. The arboretum is home to 6,000 camellia trees of 500 different species including species that are known to produce the world’s largest and earliest blossoms. In addition to camellia trees, the arboretum also boasts palm trees, wildflowers, and other plants as well as a sprawling grass plaza and an ecological pond. Auxiliary facilities include a gallery exhibiting camellia-themed crafts and a multipurpose seminar room. Camellia Hill also offers a variety of lodging facilities ranging from thatched-roof cottages and wooden cabins to steel houses and a condominium-type resort.◎ Travel information to meet Hallyu’s charm - variety show "EXchange / Transit Love 3"This is where Ju-won and Yu-jeong had their memorable date, making many viewers feel excited for them. The arboretum is beautiful year-round but is especially spectacular in winter when the red camellias are in bloom.
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