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Jeju

Bijarim Forest (비자림)

Bijarim Forest is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.

ROOTHEALIconic stop curated by Korea Tourism OrganizationJeju island vibe — volcanic coast, slow paceEnglish-friendly

Why go

Bijarim Forest is a designated Korean Natural Monument and one of Jeju's most consequential forest destinations — a primeval forest of bija (nutmeg yew) trees, with about 2,800 mature trees averaging 500-800 years old. The forest has structured walking paths through the mature trees, providing one of the most striking forest-walking experiences in Korea. For travelers visiting Jeju and serious about Korean forest heritage, Bijarim is one of the strongest single picks.

Quick highlights

  • Natural Monument primeval forest on Jeju
  • About 2,800 mature bija trees
  • 500-800 years old trees
  • Walking paths through ancient forest
  • Strongest Jeju forest pick

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"A Forest Frozen in Time?"... Jeju's Bijarim, Home to 800-Year-Old Trees

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"A Forest Frozen in Time?"... Jeju's Bijarim, Home to 800-Year-Old Trees

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