A Profound Tribute to Female Resilience

#hellohalloween The Jeju Haenyeo Museum is far more than a historical display; it is a profound and deeply moving tribute to the Haenyeo (sea women), whose diving culture has earned UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status. The museum showcases the incredible resilience and strength of these women who sustained their families and communities by diving deep into the ocean without oxygen tanks. The exhibits focus heavily on their specialized tools, their rigorous daily lives, and the inherent dangers they faced, offering a powerful look at their unique matriarchal society. You leave the museum with immense respect for their physical endurance and unwavering spirit.