These are the famous haenyo or female sea-divers of the Korean island of Jeju, selling the abalone, octopus, sea urchins and conch they just caught minutes before. They dive without any equipment, holding their breath for more than two minutes and up to 90 feet (approx 30 meters). Dwindling in number, most of them working today are in their 60s-70s (and older!). #Korea #KTO #KNTO #KoreaTourism #visitKorea #Jeju #FemaleDivers | 1000 Places to See Before You Die

2K views · 142 reactions | The Haenyeo are best known as the female divers from Jeju Island. They dive into waters twenty meters deep to catch fresh seafood from the depths of the ocean. Dive into the experiences of Kim Hyung-M and learn about this beautiful living heritage. Read more: https://on.unesco.org/48dt1iK | UNESCO | Facebook