Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls, Three-tier waterfall system in Jeju Island, South Korea.
Cheonjeyeon is a three-tier waterfall system on Jeju Island where water flows from a natural cave and drops through successive cascades. The complex is about 22 meters high, and small dams upstream keep the flow consistent so visitors can see each level clearly.
The surrounding forest around the falls became a designated Natural Monument in 1993 due to its ecological and scientific value. This protection recognizes the importance of the warm temperate woodland ecosystem in this region.
The Seonimgyo Bridge spans the waterfalls with carvings of seven nymphs who, in local legend, descended from heaven to bathe in the pools. This story shapes how visitors understand and experience the site, giving the water and stone their own meaning.
Marked paths guide visitors to viewpoints at each cascade level, and the bridge provides a central viewing spot for the entire system. The terrain is fairly walkable, though sturdy footwear helps since rocks near the water can be slippery.
Marbled eels, designated as Natural Monument number 27, live in the deeper pools below the cascades and are rarely seen by visitors. Their presence shows how the falls and surrounding forest create a special habitat for this rare species.
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