A real privilege to witness this. Haenyeos literally mean Sea Women. They dive without breathing equipment relying only on breath hold. They can dive from 10 to 20 meters deep to collect shellfish. Many Haenyeo continue diving into their 60s, 70s, and even 80s. In 2016, Haenyeo culture was listed as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. 📍Seongsan Ilchubong, Jeju #fyp #jeju #haenyeo #southkorea | Hey Kzee

[OURS] 🧜We have to preserve the culture of Haenyeo🧜 . #해녀 | Arirang World

A guided tour of the Haenyeo Museum website, as well as the online Google Exhibit - Jeju Haenyeo. Both websites detail the life of the Haenyeo (Sea Women) on Jeju Island. A skill passed from one generation to the next, these women have fed their families for thousands of years using ancient diving techniques. This program is offered in conjunction with One Maryland One Book. One Maryland One Book is a program of Maryland Humanities. #FCPL #MDlibraries #1MD1BK | Frederick County Public Libraries