Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff

Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff (Korean: 주상절리대; RR: Jusangjeollidae) is a volcanic rock formation at the southern coast of Jeju Island, South Korea. It is named for jusangjeolli, the Korean term for columnar jointing.^[1]

Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff 주상절리대 (Korean)
Columnar jointing
The cliffs
Coordinates: 33°14′12.10″N 126°25′31.20″E
Location	36-30, Ieodo-ro, Seogwipo, Jeju Province, South Korea
Etymology	jusangjeolli (columnar jointing)

The cliff was formed when the lava from the island's volcano Hallasan flowed into the sea of Jungmun. The lava formed many rocks that resemble columns of geometric shapes. It was designated as Natural Monument No. 443^[2] on January 6, 2005.^[1]

The spot is now a popular tourist attraction. There is a scenic 20 m (66 ft) tall cliff that is popular for viewing and fishing.^[1]

See also

• List of places with columnar jointed volcanics