20K views · 240 reactions | For generations, Jeju’s Haenyeo divers have descended up to 60 feet—no scuba gear, no tanks. Now, scientists believe these women may have evolved genetic traits that help them survive extreme conditions. Here's what we know. For more stories like this, check out 1440 at the #linkinbio. | 1440 | Facebook

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

On South Korea’s Jeju Island, generations of women known as haenyeo have made their living by free-diving in the ocean to fish. This matriarchal community of fisherwomen has gained global fame in recent years, with their story told through books and documentaries, and their communal culture and sustainable practices recognised by the United Nations. But despite their international profile, haenyeo face challenges to their traditional livelihoods amid dwindling numbers and the impact of climate c

The closest you can get to Jeju , but not in Jeju - 📍 @jejuhaenyeo.sg Location: Jeju Haenyeo (Singapore) — Opening in Singapore - Step into a full‑sensory journey that brings the spirit of Jeju Island to you — the food, the rock, the culture of its legendary women divers (haenyeo). 📌 You’ll be seated around volcanic basalt‑rock inspired tables, just like the bulteok gathering spots of Jeju’s sea‑women. 📌 Ingredients are flown in from Jeju, including the island’s signature produce and volcanic

On South Korea’s Jeju Island, generations of women have made their living diving into the ocean on a single breath to harvest shellfish and seaweed. Known as haenyeo, these free-diving fisherwomen carry on a thousand-year-old tradition of skill, strength, and sustainable harvesting. #VietnamToday #YourWindowonVietnam #VTV #culture #jeju #women | Vietnam Today