Hongdo
홍도 · 신안군
An island in Jeollanam-do, South Korea.
Contents
12 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Hongdo3:17
Welcome to Hongdo, a remote and breathtaking island that feels like a world completely unto itself, suspended beautifully between the endless sky and the deep blue sea. Our journey begins after a memorable two and a half hour…
Listen in the app2Yeogaekseon Teomineol — The Island's Bustling Gateway3:15
Stepping off the fast ferry and onto the concrete piers of the Yeogaekseon Teomineol, you are immediately thrust into the vibrant, pulsating heart of Hongdo's maritime daily life. This passenger ferry terminal serves as the…
Listen in the app3Hongdo Ma-eul — The Steep Alleys of the Fishing Village2:55
Leaving the bustling energy of the ferry terminal behind, we begin our gentle ascent into Hongdo Ma-eul, the primary residential and commercial hub of the island. Because Hongdo is characterized by steep, rocky terrain and severe…
Listen in the app4Hongdo Chodeunghakgyo — The Colorful School and Daylily Hill3:04
Continuing our journey through the winding pathways of the village, a striking splash of vibrant colors suddenly comes into view, beautifully contrasting with the deep greens and rocky grays of the surrounding natural landscape.…
Listen in the app5Hongdo Ucheguk — The Island's Highest Vantage Point3:10
Ascending further up the steep, winding staircases that form the arteries of the island's residential sector, we arrive at a small, unassuming, yet incredibly significant building: the Hongdo Ucheguk, or the Hongdo Post Office.…
Listen in the app6Mongdol Haebyeon — The Singing Pebble Beach3:09
Leaving the elevated heights of the village behind, we navigate a descending pathway that leads us to the hidden, dramatic western shore of the island, arriving at the mesmerizing expanse of Mongdol Haebyeon. Unlike the typical…
Listen in the app7Gitdaebong — The Majestic Peak of Three Hundred Sixty Five Meters3:15
For those seeking a vigorous physical challenge and the most sweeping, majestic perspectives the island has to offer, the trail leading to the summit of Gitdaebong is an absolute necessity. Rising proudly to an elevation of…
Listen in the app8Ilchul Jeonmangdae — The Path to the Dawn3:15
To truly capture the most profound, deeply spiritual moment that Hongdo has to offer, one must be willing to sacrifice a few hours of sleep and venture out into the cool, damp air of the early dawn. The journey to Ilchul…
Listen in the app9Yuramseon — The Grand Maritime Circumnavigation3:28
No visit to this remote archipelago is truly complete without experiencing the island from its most dominant and defining perspective: from the surface of the sea itself. The Hongdo Yuramseon, a specialized passenger cruise ship,…
Listen in the app10Bada-wi Hoetjip — The Floating Seafood Market3:32
Right in the middle of your awe-inspiring, two-and-a-half-hour cruise around the dramatic cliffs of the island, the Yuramseon suddenly slows its engines to a low, rumbling idle, seemingly pausing in the open water for no obvious…
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As the sun begins to dip dangerously low on the horizon, casting long, dramatic shadows across the village, the day's rigorous explorations naturally draw you back down toward the bustling area surrounding the main ferry…
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As our comprehensive journey across the rugged, crimson landscapes of Hongdo draws to a close, it is essential to take a moment to reflect on the profound, enduring uniqueness of this remote outpost. Throughout our extensive…
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What is Hongdo?
Hongdo is a place in 신안군 with 12 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 신안군 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 12 |
| Total length | 39 min 30 s in all |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 34.6931, 125.1972 |
| Last updated |