consists of extremely steep cliffs called Gue Jeong by residents. Their altitude extends to 39m and plants such as Korean cacti and ditch deeds are found here. There are four docks on Marado, called Sal-rae duck, Jariduck, Jangsiduck and Sinjak-no, respectively. Fishery resources are largely abundant throughout the year, especially in Jariduck. Present There is an elementary school, police station, church, a temple and lighthouse on Marado. Forty households are registered here and about 700 tourists a day come to visit. For them, fifty accommodations have been provided. Environment Marado's coastal features and basalt rocks are the best for many fish, ear shells, turban shells and seaweeds. There used to be no trees on the island, but a small forest was planted in the middle of the island. It is protected by a fence. Tourist Spots Solar-power Plants There are solar-power plants located on the northern coast of Marado, a scarce sight in South Korea. Combined capacity is about ; the plants provide 27 households with electricity. Chocco Museum This small museum is one of the main landmarks in Marado, built in a Renaissance style. Cheonyeodang Temple Cheonyeodang is a sightworthy small temple in the only village on Marado. In this temple, people pray for the divers' safety. Janggun Rock Janggun Rock means "General's Rock". Traditionally, the island's inhabitants consider this rock as a guardian. It is quite common for shore-dwellers to believe in nature and natural phenomena, and Janggun rock is sacred for Marado's residents. References See also Islands of South Korea Birds of Marado Island ROKS Marado, a planned Dokdo-class amphibious assault ship. Islands of Jeju Province Seogwipo Islands of the East China Sea