Designated as a natural monument, Bijarim Forest is a group of about 2,800 nutmeg trees between 500 and 800 years old. They are 7-14m in height and 50-110cm in diameter. This is the largest nutmeg tree forest in the world. In the middle of the forest is an 800-year-old tree, called ‘Ancestor tree of the Bija trees.’ The tree is the oldest tree on Jeju-do with a height of 25 meters and girth of 6 meters.
The trees in Bijarim forest emit a lot of phytoncide, which is said to strengthen the immune system and natural healing ability of the human body. Nutmeg tree blossoms and the oil are said to have been used as insecticides in the past. There are also rare orchids and plants growing in the forest. A walkway through the forest has been installed for visitors to enjoy a stroll through the wonderful forest.
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Address
55, Bijasup-gil, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
제주특별자치도 제주시 구좌읍 비자숲길 55
Operating Hours
09:00-18:00 (Last admission 1 hour before closing)
Closed
N/A (Open all year round)
Admission Fees
Individuals – Adults 1,500 won / Teenagers & Children 800 won
Groups – Adults 1,200 won / Teenagers & Children 600 won
* Seniors, handicapped visitors & Green Card holders may enter free of charge.
* Groups: 10 people and more
