Camellia Hill (카멜리아힐) Travel Guide
Camellia Hill is a must-visit attraction in Seogwipo, Jeju Island, for those seeking romance and healing.
The largest camellia botanical garden in East Asia, it covers a vast area and plants camellia trees from over 80 countries around the world, more than 500 varieties, totaling over 6,000 trees, forming a magnificent sea of flowers.
The biggest feature of the garden is its "beauty in all four seasons." The protagonists are the colorful camellias blooming in winter (November to February), when the entire hillside is dyed in intense colors, as if walking into an oil painting. But in spring and summer, vibrant hydrangeas and azaleas take turns blooming; in autumn, pink muhly grass creates dreamy pink flower fields. The garden is carefully arranged with many photo spots, such as glass greenhouses, romantic light decorations, cute stone grandpas, and various shaped slogans. Whether for couples, families, or solo visitors, everyone can take enviable beautiful photos. Strolling on the quiet forest paths, breathing in the fresh floral fragrance, is an incredibly enjoyable sensory feast.
Featured Products:
The souvenir shop at Camellia Hill sells many products centered on "camellias (동백)," which are usually more price-competitive when purchased directly at the source than after being imported to Taiwan
Camellia essential oil skincare products: These are the most representative items. Hand creams, hair oils, body lotions, soaps, etc., all extract the essence of camellias. Since they are Jeju local specialties, buying directly at the source saves on import tariffs, agents, and layers of transportation costs, making the prices usually cheaper than equivalent Japanese and Korean camellia products at department store counters or drugstores in Taiwan, an excellent choice for personal use or as souvenirs.
Aroma products: Garden-limited camellia aroma candles, reed diffusers, sachets, etc., with unique scents that bring memories of Jeju Island home. This type of locally designed and manufactured cultural creative product is hard to find equivalents in Taiwan, and even if available, the prices are higher due to imports.
Stationery and souvenirs: Postcards, notebooks, handkerchiefs, etc., printed with camellia patterns, beautifully designed and full of local characteristics. These small items are inexpensive, very suitable for buying several as mementos.
Overall, purchasing the signature "camellia essential oil skincare products" directly at Camellia Hill offers the best chance to get more affordable prices than in Taiwan.
Add: Camellia Hill Botanical Garden (or Camellia Hill in Kakao Map)
166 Byeongak-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, Hàn Quốc
