21 Pictures That Prove Jeollanam-do Is The Most Underrated Region Of South Korea

Situated in the southwestern corner of South Korea, Jeollanam-do is the country’s greenest and least developed province. Blanketed in rolling hills and towering mountains, and bordered by a coastline of thousands of charming islands, the area is famous for its gorgeous landscapes, fresh seafood, and traditional festivals. We think Jeollanam-do is by far the nation’s most underrated region; find out why in the photos below.

A soft symphony of light plays across the skies as sun sets over Yeosu’s Jasan Park

The Big-O at Yeosu Expo Park during the World Expo 2014

Yeosu is widely known for its delicious seafood, including gejang, raw crab in soy sauce

Yeongchon Reservoir near the Boseong tea fields

Suncheon awakens with color at the Suncheon Bay Garden Expo

Suncheon Bay, the ecological capital of Korea

Songgwangsa Temple during Buddha’s Birthday

Damyang is known for its galbi, or succulent barbecued ribs

Damyang’s Soswaewon Garden dates back to the Joseon Dynasty

Jeungdo Island was designated Asia’s first Slow City

Jeungdo, near Mokpo, is not only home to Korea’s largest salt farm but also boasts some of its most unpolluted natural scenery

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