Hongdo Island

The Yellow Sea surrounds Hongdo Island, which is located in South Korea's Jeollanam-do Province. It ranks 3rd on the list of the most beautiful islands in Korea. This paradise, like Geoje Island and Jeju Island, is famed for its wonderful beaches and resorts, which serve as a melting pot for travelers looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. On the island, steep mountain ranges may be seen. The tallest of all the mountains on Hongdo Island is Gitdaebong. Hongdo translates to "Red Island" in English, an obvious reference to the red hue of its rocky outcroppings. This island is home to a plethora of flora and animals, in addition to its terrain and natural attractions.

On Hongdo, meaning "Red Island" due to the red coloring found on many of the rocky outcroppings, there are about 270 varieties of evergreens and 170 species of animals. The government wished to preserve the natural state of the island so Hongdo was designated as a Natural Preserve Area in 1965, and became part of Dadohae Marine National Park in 1981. Because the entire island is declared a Natural Monument, no one is allowed to enter areas other than the villages and designated tourist areas

Location: Jeollanam-do, South Korea
Area: 6,42 km