Eight (8) Korean Dramas That Might Inspire You to Travel to Jeju Island Full credit goes to “Tamra, the Island”, the historical period Korean drama that introduced me to the enchanted Jeju Island. Jeju Island has a fascinating history. Today, Jeju Island is widely regarded as one of South Korea’s most popular tourist destinations. It’s South Korea’s version of a tropical escape, with a volcanic twist. ♦ A Brief History of Jeju Island in Ancient Korea Jeju has developed a cultural identity shaped by isolation, maritime exchange, and periods of political turbulence. Its story stretches from the ancient kingdom of Tamna to its present status as a special autonomous province. Archaeological evidence suggests that Jeju’s earliest settlements date back to the proto–Three Kingdoms period. Tamna operated as an independent maritime state engaged in trade with Baekje, Silla, and Goguryeo. Jeju’s origin myth, the “Samseong shinhwa”, describes three demigods (Go, Bu, Yang) emerging from volcanic craters to establish the island’s first society. By the 12th century, Tamna was formally absorbed into the Goryeo dynasty, though it retained a degree of autonomy for some time. During the Joseon dynasty, Jeju became renowned for its horses, which were bred on the island’s expansive grasslands for military purposes. The island’s relative isolation also made it a place […] The post Eight (8) Korean Dramas That Might Inspire You to Travel to Jeju Island appeared first on PopGeeks.com Forum | Indie Games, Movies, TV, Tabletop & Comics.

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