What are the must-visit attractions in Korea? Come to Jeju Island to check out the new 2024 trending spots and explore the world of light and shadow.

As a must-visit destination in Korea, Jeju Island offers a perfect combination of food and scenery for a holiday, plus visa-free entry for Chinese tourists, making travel back and forth very convenient. Beyond the pleasant coastal views, seafood, and black pork, what else is there to enjoy on Jeju Island? The following recommendations for Korea's must-visit attractions share a new trending spot on Jeju Island, taking you to the Secret Light World, where you can experience a Korean immersive art exhibition, feel the unique charm of Jeju's art exhibitions firsthand, and gain a deeper understanding of this island!

The collision of today's rapidly developing science and technology with traditional art and culture has sparked brilliant sparks, and the way art is spread and displayed has also changed significantly. For example, the Korean immersive art exhibition at Jeju's Secret Light World brings a strong visual and spiritual impact to visitors, making it a must-visit attraction in Korea. The immersive light and space in Seoul is located on the basement level of the Walkerhill Resort Hotel, with an overall urban vibe. In contrast, the Secret Light World on Jeju is completely different; its building looks like a house hidden in nature. It was converted from a hidden bunker that once belonged to the former national communications agency, carrying a deep historical heritage. After the renovation, it blends perfectly with the natural style of Jeju Island.

Now, when you visit the Secret Light World, you can enjoy the exhibition "Lee Yuel-jong, Jung-do Jeju" by Korean painter Lee Yuel-jong. As the first Korean artist to debut at the Secret Light World, Lee Yuel-jong is known for depicting Jeju's local customs. This exhibition presents life on Jeju Island through the painter's own perspective, vividly portraying the island's natural landscapes and human life with lively brushstrokes. Based on the philosophical ideas of "equality of all things" and "neutrality," it emphasizes that all living beings and objects in the works are equal, regardless of distance or size, and are centered around trees and flowers. The works also feature objects representing modern civilization, such as televisions and golf clubs, highlighting the distance and contrast between reality and surrealism. Combining traditional Jeju culture with modern light and shadow technology, visitors are immersed in the experience, feeling the charm of Jeju through various senses like sight and touch.

After appreciating Jeju Island as depicted by Lee Yuel-jong, you can also view "Cézanne, the Light of Provence" by Paul Cézanne, the father of modern art. Surrounded by Cézanne's paintings that break away from traditional artistic frameworks, you can admire beautiful works from a new perspective.

The Secret Light World is open seven days a week, from 10:00 AM to 6:20 PM. The adult ticket price is 18,000 KRW, and group tickets for 20 or more people are eligible for discounts. Although you can take buses 211 and 212 or shuttle buses 721-2 and 721-3 to get there, public transportation on Jeju Island is not as convenient as in Seoul, so you may consider taking a taxi, or if you can drive, renting a car would be more convenient.

This concludes the Jeju Island chapter of Korea's must-visit attractions. For tourists planning a holiday on Jeju Island, besides visiting food spots and the coastal scenery, if you want a deeper experience of Jeju's culture and customs, the Secret Light World is also a great choice. Enjoying colorful art exhibitions on this beautiful island will add a unique flavor to your trip!