What is Hallasan?

Q: What is Hallasan?


A: Hallasan is one of Korea's three most sacred mountains located on Jeju-do, the southernmost island of Republic of Korea.

Q: How tall is Hallasan?


A: Hallasan is 1,950m tall.

Q: What is on the top of Hallasan?


A: On the top of Hallasan, there is a crater called Baek Rok Dam.

Q: What was Hallasan before it became dormant?


A: Hallasan was an active volcano until about 25,000 years ago.

Q: What is Hallasan made of?


A: Hallasan is made of basalt, a type of black rock that is produced by volcanoes.

Q: Which side of Hallasan is very steep?


A: The south side of Hallasan is very steep while the slope of the north side is gentle.

Q: Which sides of Hallasan are relatively high but smooth?


A: The east and south sides of Hallasan are relatively high but smooth.

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