Jindo Island
진도 · Jeonnam · Beaches & islands
Jindo Island is the principal island among the cluster of 230 islets in the southwestern part of the Korean peninsula. The island is blessed with abundant fertile land, therefore much of it is used for agriculture. The sea around it is teeming with fish and wildlife. · · The island has many park reserves like the Dadohaehaesang National Park, historical relics and sites; and visitors can enjoy traditional artistic performances everywhere. With the Jindo Bridge construction completed, the island is connected to the mainland. Every year during the month of February on the lunar calendar, the sea parts and mimics the parting of the sea by Moses. Many tourists come to watch this rare spectacle.
| Type | Beaches & islands |
|---|---|
| Region | Jeonnam |
| Address | Jindo-eup, Jindo-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City |
Getting there
What's on nearby
Events run on fixed dates — check these against your own trip. Trip Planner shows everything on for the days you are in Korea.
- Mar 7, 2026 – Nov 28, 2026Jindo National Gugak Center’s Saturday Show ‘I Love Gugak’
- Oct 31, 20262026 국립남도국악원 토요상설: 국악이 좋다, 국립남도국악원 국악연주단 <국악의 향연>
- Nov 7, 20262026 국립남도국악원 토요상설: 국악이 좋다, 정주리 <온고이지신(溫故而知新)>
Nearby places
Ullimsanbang House
Jindo Yongjangseong Fortress
Yi Chungmugong's Byeokpajin Battle Monument
Jindo Tower
Jindo Mysterious Sea Route
Myong Ryang Air Voyager
The Battle of Myeongnyang Memorial
