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🔵Next kami ke air terjun ke tiga iaitu Cheonjeyeon Waterfall. Hari sudah lewat petang ketika itu dan waktu melawat air terjun itu pun mungkin sudah hampir berakhir. Kami beritahulah Mr. Lucas kalau tak sempat, kami ok je.
🔵Lagi pun dia sudah pun bawa kami ke dua air terjun, when we only requested to go to one waterfall. Tambah lagi pula juga sudah bawa kami ke dua lagi tempat lawatan iaitu Seogwipo Formation dan Saeyongyo Bridge. Sebenarnya, keempat-empat tempat itu tiada pun dalam jadual perjalanan asal kami.
🔵Tapi Mr. Lucas kata "If we can visit, why not?" 😄. Dah dengar jawab dia begitu, kami pun ikutkanlah saja.. hihi 😁.
🔵Itu adalah Jeju World Cup Stadium, yang terletak di Bandar Seogwipo di Pulau Jeju, Korea Selatan.
🔹Stadium ini terletak di hujung selatan Bandar Seogwipo, terkenal dengan reka bentuk uniknya yang menyerupai kawah gunung berapi dan pemandangan landskap semula jadi di sekitarnya, termasuk Gunung Hallasan dan laut.
🔹Ia adalah stadium bola sepak yang dibina untuk Piala Dunia FIFA 2002, yang dikenali sebagai salah satu stadium bola sepak tercantik di seluruh dunia kerana lokasinya yang indah.
🔵Yoido Full Gospel Seogwipo Church (여의도순복음서귀포교회).
🔹While South Korea has a significant Christian population, Jeju Island has a relatively lower percentage of Christians compared to the national average.
🔹The island's religious landscape is characterized by a strong indigenous shamanistic religion, a robust Buddhist presence, and a smaller, but still present, Christian population.
🔵That is the Seogwipo Jungmun main branch of Yeongsil Guksu, located within Jeju Island.
🔹Yeongsil Guksu is a well-known restaurant specializing in noodles.
🔵Arah ke Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls.
🔵Kami pun tiba di entrance masuk ke Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls. Waktu lawatan adalah dari 9:00 am hingga 5:10 pm. Kami tiba pada pukul 5:00 p.m. Pada waktu itu pelawat sudah tidak lagi dibenarkan masuk. Tapi entah apa Mr. Lucas cakap pada penjaga pintu, akhirnya kami dibenarkan masuk. Mungkin dia kata we still had 10 more minutes atau dia promised that we'll be out at a certain permissible time.
🔵Bila masuk ke dalam, saya ingat mungkin sudah sunyi sepi tiada pengunjung since it was nearing closing time. Tapi actually masih ramai lagi pengunjung di dalam kawasan air terjun ini.
🔵Dalam kawasan air terjun Cheonjeyeon ini sebenarnya ada 3 air terjun.
🔹The 1st waterfall only flows during heavy rainfalls. This waterfall is 200 meters from the ticket office. Take good care when going down the rocky steps.
🔹The 2nd waterfall is 300 meters downstream from the 1st waterfall. Also take good care when going down the rocky steps.
🔹The 3rd waterfall is 500 meters from the 2nd waterfall. The wooden steps can be slippery, so be careful.
🔵Ini air terjun pertama di Cheonjeyeon Waterfall.
🔹Air Terjun Cheonjeyeon, terletak di Pulau Jeju di Korea Selatan, ialah air terjun tiga peringkat yang menakjubkan yang terkenal dengan keindahan semula jadi.
🔹Sebuah kolam terbentuk dari air terjun pertama, yang mengalir ke laut melalui air terjun kedua dan ketiga.
🔵Air Terjun Cheonjeyeonpokpo dinamakan Cheonjeyeon (The Pond of God or Pond of the Emperor of Heaven) kerana tujuh bidadari (nymphs) dikatakan turun dari cloud bridge pada tengah malam, bermain dan mandi di sini untuk seketika, dan kemudian naik semula ke langit.
🔵Sejak zaman purba, dianggap bahawa berdiri di bawah air terjun ini pada hari ke-15 bulan lunar ketujuh boleh menyembuhkan penyakit pada bulan lunar kelapan, walaupun berenang kini dilarang.
🔵Bahagian pertama air terjun ini adalah setinggi 22 meter yang bermula di bahagian atas dan jatuh ke dalam kolam.
🔵Kolam itu biasanya dipenuhi air, tetapi air terjun itu mengalir apabila hujan lebat. Air kemudiannya jatuh dua kali lagi untuk membentuk bahagian air terjun kedua dan ketiga.
🔹Air sejuk mengalir keluar dari siling gua untuk membuat air terjun. Air keluar di antara jurang air terjun dan lapisan tanah liat yang lebih rendah.
🔹Dalam lata pertama, tebingnya adalah setinggi 22 meter dan airnya jatuh ke dalam Kolam Cheonjeyeon yang sedalam 21 meter.
🔹Dari sana, air mengalir ke air terjun kedua dan jatuh 30 meter dan terus ke air terjun ketiga. Akhirnya, air itu sampai ke lautan.
🔵Hutan sederhana hangat di sekitar Air Terjun Cheonjeyeon telah ditetapkan sebagai Natural Monument No. 378 pada tahun 1993 kerana tumbuhan yang jarang ditemui di dalamnya dan nilainya untuk penyelidikan saintifik.
🔵Tumbuhan yang jarang ditemui seperti tumbuhan solipnan atau skeleton fork fern (Psilotum nudum) boleh ditemui di sekitar air terjun di celah-celah batu.
🔵Bergambar kenangan di Cheonjeyeon Waterfall yang pertama.
🔵Seterusnya kami dibawa Mr. Lucas ke air terjun kedua dalam kawasan Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls ini.
🔵Cantik sungguh pemandangan di sini. Sejuk, nyaman dan menenangkan.
🔵This image depicts a place's natural scene featuring a clear, flowing stream winding through a rocky, moss-covered landscape. Lush green foliage and trees line the banks and overhang the water, creating a sense of being deep within a forest. The water exhibits varying depths and movement, with some areas appearing still and dark, while others show ripples and lighter tones where the water flows over rocks. The overall impression is one of tranquility and natural beauty.
🔵Information about Cheonjeyeon irrigation canal in Seogwipo.
🔵The second waterfall has a drop of 30 meters (98 feet).
🔵The water flows from the first waterfall, which is usually a pond, into the second waterfall, which is a more dramatic cascade.
🔵Sambung perjalanan menuju ke air terjun ketiga.
🔵Lokasi air terjun ketiga adalah jauh di bawah. Supaya tak sakit lutut, saya tunggu saja di atas manakala isteri dibawa Mr. Lucas turun ke bawah. Kelihatan ada ramai juga pengunjung di lokasi air terjun ketiga ini.
🔵Air terjun ketiga. SubhanAllah, cantik sungguh!
🔵Di sini ada papan maklumat tentang sebuah lukisan lama Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls.
🔵Sungguh indah sekali.
🔵This image captures the waterfall cascading over a rocky cliff face into a serene, dark pool of water below. The waterfall is surrounded by lush green foliage and dense forest, indicating a natural, subtropical environment.
🔵Selesai melawat air terjun, kami menuju ke sebuah jambatan. Masa on the way, we came upon a memorial.
🔵This is Jungmun-myeon 4.3 Victims Memorial Park.
🔹It is a a memorial to the victims of the Jeju Uprising (also known as the Jeju 4.3 Incident), a significant historical event that occurred on Jeju Island from 1948 to 1954.
🔹The large stone monument in the image, with the inscription "清州四三 文面機牲者慰靈平" (which roughly translates to "Jeju 4.3, Memorial to the Victims of the Incident"), is a central feature of the memorial site.
🔹The memorial aims to commemorate the victims, educate the public about the incident, and promote peace and human rights.
🔵Seonim-gyo, an iron built arch bridge, is located between the 2nd and 3rd waterfall. It is 128 meters long and 78 meters high, decorated with seven nymphs on each side of the bridge.
🔵Seonim Bridge, also known as Seonimgyo Bridge or the Seven Nymphs Bridge.
🔵The bridge is named after the legend of the seven nymphs associated with Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls, and the carvings depict these nymphs descending from the heavens, connecting the bridge to local mythology.
🔵Bergambar kenangan di jambatan.
🔵Pemandangan dari atas jambatan.
🔵A lush, green landscape featuring a rocky riverbed winding through a densely forested valley.
🔵Dengan selesainya lawatan kami di Cheonjeyeon Waterfalls ini, maka berakhirlah juga program lawatan 3 air terjun Pulau Jeju dan lawatan keseluruhan kami di Pulau Jeju ini. Esok kami akan kembali ke Seoul.
🔵Sebelum balik le hotel, kami pergi dinner dahulu.
🔵Ini restoran diner kami. Nampak macam eksklusif. Namanya Indian Kitchen Restaurant.
🔵The pathways are flanked by tall grasses and various plants, adding a natural and calming element to the scene.
🔵The restaurant is illuminated from within, casting a warm glow through its windows. Very inviting indeed.
🔵The overall scene conveys a serene and inviting ambiance, enhanced by the artificial lighting against the darkening sky.
🔵The building is nestled within a natural setting, surrounded by various types of vegetation, including tall grasses, shrubs with reddish flowers, and a prominent bare-branched tree.
🔵The restaurant's entrance.
🔵Ok, jom kita masuk.
🔵The restaurant's ambiance is characterized by a blend of rustic charm and cozy elegance.
🔹Rustic Elements: Exposed brick walls, wooden tables and chairs, and a visible wooden door or partition contribute to a rustic feel. The large potted plants and natural light filtering through the windows enhance this natural, earthy aesthetic.
🔹Cozy Lighting: Warm, dim lighting from chandeliers and table lamps creates an intimate and inviting atmosphere, suggesting a comfortable dining experience.
🔹Spacious yet Intimate Setting: The layout appears spacious with multiple seating areas, yet the arrangement of tables and the warm lighting maintain a sense of intimacy within each section.
🔵The restaurant's ambience appears to be warm and inviting, characterized by a blend of rustic and modern elements.
🔹Large windows allow natural light to illuminate the space, complemented by the glow of chandeliers and table lamps, creating a cozy atmosphere.
🔹Exposed brick walls and wooden furniture contribute to a rustic feel, while the overall design suggests a contemporary and spacious dining area.
🔹Plants strategically placed throughout the restaurant add a touch of nature and freshness to the environment.
🔹Warm Lighting: The soft glow from the table lamps and overhead lighting creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, contributing to a comfortable dining experience.
🔹Natural Elements: The presence of potted plants adds a touch of greenery and freshness, enhancing the natural and calming aspects of the space.
🔹Cozy Seating Arrangement: The long communal table with individual place settings indicates a setup suitable for group dining, fostering a sense of intimacy and shared experience.
🔹Unique Decor: The decorative elements like the vases on the side table and the wall art add character and visual interest to the space.
🔹The restaurant exhibits a warm and inviting ambience, characterized by a glasshouse-like structure with large windows offering views of the outside, during dusk.
🔹The interior features wooden tables and chairs, creating a rustic yet elegant feel.
🔹Lighting plays a significant role, with ornate chandeliers providing overhead illumination and decorative table lamps adding a cozy glow.
🔹The combination of natural light from the windows and the warm artificial lighting contributes to a relaxed and comfortable dining atmosphere.
🔵The ambiance in this part of the restaurant is characterized by a blend of natural and industrial elements, creating a unique, sophisticated, and somewhat cozy atmosphere.
🔹Greenhouse-like structure: The prominent glass roof and walls suggest a conservatory or greenhouse design, allowing for natural light during the day and a view of the night sky, contributing to an open and airy feel.
🔹Lush greenery: Numerous large potted plants are strategically placed throughout the space, enhancing the natural, garden-like setting and adding a sense of tranquility and freshness.
🔹Warm lighting: Various light fixtures, including ornate chandeliers and wall sconces with warm-toned bulbs, create a soft, inviting glow, contributing to a cozy and intimate dining experience.
🔹Industrial chic details: Exposed structural elements, dark metal frames, and concrete flooring provide a touch of industrial aesthetic, contrasting with the natural elements and adding a modern edge.
🔹Comfortable seating areas: Visible in the background are dining tables with chairs, suggesting a comfortable and relaxed setting for patrons to enjoy their meals.
🔹Earthy tones and textures: The use of natural materials like wood and clay pots, combined with the greenery and warm lighting, creates a harmonious and grounding color palette.
🔵A warm and inviting scene featuring a table lamp and a beverage on a wooden table.
🔹A prominent feature is a Tiffany-style table lamp with a stained-glass shade depicting colorful floral patterns in red, blue, green, and yellow hues, resting on an ornate bronze-colored base.
🔹To the right of the lamp, a teacup filled with delicious Masala chai, is placed on a matching saucer with intricate gold and dark blue patterns.
🔹White napkins and a patterned fabric placemat complete the table setting.
🔹I must also note that the wooden table surface has a rich, dark finish, reflecting some of the light from the lamp.
🔵Milk tea atau Masala chai yang sedap 😋.
🔹Masala chai is a symphony of flavors: black tea's robust base, creamy milk, and a blend of aromatic spices like cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger. It offers a sweet and spicy warmth that's both comforting and invigorating, perfect for any time of the day, which is especially a proper drinks after the kind of wonderful day we had.
🔹So I savoured each sip of the chai tea, evoking a sense of intentional pleasure and appreciation. Hihihi... what can I say, I just love chai tea 😄.
🔵Tak ingat dah apa yang saya tengah bualkan dengan Mr. Lucas pada masa ini.
🔹Conversations with Mr. Lucas were always warm and inviting, and we felt comfortable expressing our thoughts and ideas. He was easy to talk to and many of our conversations seemed to just flow naturally.
🔹One of the quality that we like about Mr. Lucas was that he was always eager to share with us information pertaining to all the places we visited and was always enthusiastic when imparting his knowledge, delivering them in such a manner that was easy for us to understand.
🔹I remembered many lenghty conversations with Mr. Lucas during out sightseeing. Fortunately my wife was there to capture all the wonderful views while I was engaged in deep conversations with Mr. Lucas. Ye la kan, mana nak sembang, mana nak ambik gambar... hihi 😆.
🔵Malam itu dinner kami adalah Prawn Chow Mein.
🔵Walaupun dinner kami sudah termasuk dalam pakej, kami diberi kebebasan untuk memilih makanan yang hendak dimakan.
🔹Since kami sudah makan makanan India for our previous meals, malam itu kami nak makan makanan Cina pula sebab ada menu Chinese Food dalam menu restoran ini. Kami pesan Prawn Chow Mein versi pedas.
🔹Mr. Lucas turut memesan menu yang sama. Also yang pedas. Suka betul dia dengan rasa Prawn Chow Mien ini. Tak sangka dia tahan pedas sebab even pada kami pun mee tu memang pedas. In fact, habis licin pinggan dia. "Now I know what to order if I come here," kata dia.
🔵Alhamdulillah, sedap, pedas dan mengenyangkan 😊😋.
🔵Leaving the restaurant and head back to the hotel.
🔵Ketika itu sudah pun hampir pukul 7:00 malam.
🔵Perjalanan dari Indian Kitchen Restaurant ke Benikea Hotel Jeju tak lama, cuma lebih kurang 10 minit sahaja sejauh 4.2 km.
🔵Tiba di Benikea Hotel Jeju. Sempat ajak Mr. Lucas bergambar sebelum kami naik ke bilik hotel. Ye la kan, esok kami sudah nak ke Seoul.
🔵Since it was our last night in Jeju Island, kami tidak terus naik ke bilik and decided untuk bersiar-siar dulu untuk menikmati suasana angin kencang Jeju di sekitar hotel. Fyi, Benikea Hotel ini lokasinya dekat dengan laut.
🔵Bila sudah kesejukkan, baru naik ke bilik 😄.
To be continued.
Till the next coming entry, inshaAllah. Meanwhile do take care.
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