Ulleungdo Jukdo, Colored by Yellow Canola Flowers

Published 07 Apr.2024 11:45(KST)

Updated 04 Aug.2025 16:26(KST)

The Largest Islet Jukdo ... First Bloom of Canola Flowers

Jukdo, the largest subsidiary island of Ulleung-gun, Gyeongbuk, located on the easternmost island of Korea, is currently in full bloom with yellow canola flowers as of early April, creating a spectacular sight.

Canola flowers on Jukdo Island, Ulleungdo.

The 3,250㎡ (984 pyeong) wave of canola flowers forms a beautiful combination with the ridges and sea of Ulleungdo, creating a unique landscape.

The 'Jukdo Canola Flower Cultivation Project' promoted by the county started in 2002 and was carried out annually but was suspended due to the impact of COVID-19. Last fall, canola seeds were sown, and the flowers successfully bloomed.

Jukdo is the largest of the 44 subsidiary islands of Ulleungdo and is called Jukdo (竹do) because of its abundance of bamboo, with vertical cliffs on all sides creating a scenic view.

It is located 7 km from Dodong Port and takes about 20 minutes by cruise ship. In particular, the Jukdo Observatory offers a unique charm by allowing visitors to see the bizarre rock formations of Samseonam and Gwaneumdo on Ulleungdo at a glance.

Jukdo, Ulleungdo.

Namhan-gwon, the county governor, said, “Canola flowers are in full bloom on Jukdo, the largest subsidiary island of Ulleungdo, enthusiastically announcing the arrival of spring,” and added, “We hope you visit Jukdo in April to experience the wonders of nature and fully enjoy the canola flower viewing.”