These are some pictures me and those involved with this website have put together since it was created in 2008. We have visited Ulleungdo and Dokdo numerous times since. Below there are links to our other gallery pages. One links to the Ulleungdo Gallery page and the other to our video section.
Above left: An overall map of the Ulleungdo – Dokdo region showing distances to nearest Japanese and Korean landfalls. Above right: A map of Ulleungdo's ancient sister island, Korea's Dokdo.
Dokdo passenger boat for tourists
Ferries depart from Ulleungdo to Dokdo. In good weather, tourists can land for a brief time.
Dokdo seagulls
Seagulls are abundant on Dokdo. Be sure to wear a jacket that can be washed easily!
Artist on Dokdo Island
Tourists can stay on Dokdo for a brief time. However artists, photographers, researchers etc can stay longer. We were privileged to stay overnight on the West Islet.
Stairs on Dokdo's West Islet
A large staircase behind the house of Dokdo residents leads to the peak of the West Islet.
Sunset on Dokdo Island
The sun sets over the West Islet of Dokdo. About 157 kms to the East are Japan's Oki Islands.
Dokdo Dock
Tourists gather at the end of the mooring facility on Dokdo's East Islet. In the foreground are zodiac inflatable boats used for fishing and transport.
Approaching Dokdo
Boats carry about 400 passengers, from Ulleungdo. It takes about 1 hr 40 mins each way.
Tourists on Dokdo
Annually, Dokdo's 130,000 tourists generate about 50 million USD.
dokdo-flag
The Korean flag flies over Dokdo's East Islet on a hot summer day.
Webmaster Steven Barber with friends Ryan Saley and Mr Jin Seong.
Reflection of Dokdo's East Islet
Dokdo's reflection on an emerald pool as seen from the West Islet.
Residence on Dokdo's West Islet
The sun sets on Kim Seong Do's house located on Dokdo's West.
Police Outpost on Dokdo's East Islet
Dokdo's lighthouse also houses about 50 people including 40 coast guard members.
Dokdo Resident Waves Goodbye
In October 2018, Kim Sung-do died, thus Kim Shin-yeol is the last civilian still living on Dokdo.
The Caves of Dokdo's East Islet
Seagulls circle near the two caves of Dokdo's East Islet.
Police Boat Mooring on Dokdo
The East Islet dock on Dokdo. Tourists are generally confined to this area.
Dokdo's West Islet from East Islet
The West Islet as seen from the peak of the East Islet, near the lighthouse.
Dokdo Resident Kim Seong Do
Resident Kim Seong Do in 2009. After his passing, his wife still lives on Dokdo as of 2022 .
Dokdo Island, both Islets from the West
Both islands of Dokdo as seen from the West during departure.
Ferry Departure From Dokdo
Ferries bring a constant stream of tourists when the seas are calm on Dokdo.
Dokdo's Stairs of Death
Dokdo's topography is dangerous. In 2009 a Korean police guard fell to his death while on duty.
House on Dokdo at Night
A night shot of the residence on Dokdo's West Islet.
Dokdo House As Seen From Landing Dock
The residence on Dokdo's West islet as seen from the dock on the East Islet.
Police Guard Boat Docking at Dokdo Island
A police boat docks on Dokdo. Usually only one boat docks at a time on Dokdo's East Islet.
Tidal Pool on Dokdo Island
Dokdo's surrounding waters are rich in marine resources and possibly natural gas deposits.
Dokdo Dock from Above
A view of the dock from the Dokdo police outpost from the summit of the East Islet.
Dokdo Large Rock Formation
Dokdo has two main islands and is surrounded by 35 smaller rocks, many have been named.
Dokdo House From the Peak of the East Islet
Standing about 168 meters, the West Islet dwarfs this house. (note stairs behind house)
Dokdo Korean Flag
The Korean flag over Dokdo right before dark.
Dokdo Both Islets as seen from the West
This shot was taken from the West showing the East Islet in the background.
Dokdo's East Side
Seen here, Dokdo's eastern islet is about 73,300 square metres (18.1 acres).
Dokdo Guards on Duty
One civilian, two government officials, six lighthouse managers, and 40 police live on Dokdo.
Dokdo as Seen from the West
The western islet (shown) is about 88,740 square metres (21.93 acres).
Dokdo on a Hazy Day
Long after our departure, the islands were visible for quite a distance even on a hazy day.
Gulls and Fisherman on Dokdo Island
A fishing boat in the distance. In Korea, Dokdo Island is famous for its delicious shrimp.
Full shot of East Islet
Little Rocks, Big Dispute. The total area of Dokdo is only about 46.3 acres.
Dokdo Sunrise
Calms seas today. Ferries to Dokdo are cancelled if waves exceed 3 meters.
Zodiac Enters Dokdo's Waters
Resident Kim Seong Do fishes the waters around Dokdo in an inflatable Zodiac.
Dokdo Rock formations
It is said 37 of Dokdo's rock formations are classified as permanent land
Dokdo Seagulls - Hole Rock
The 'Three Brothers Rocks' are said to look like 2 brothers following their elder brother.
East Islet as seen from Dokdo's West Islet
The lighthouse and base as seen from the West Islet peak in the evening.
The Rocks of Dokdo's West Islet
The waters between the two islets were very calm that day.
Dokdo Traffic Jam
Dokdo Police, Coast Guard and tourist boats were in a queue to dock on the East Islet.
Dokdo's East Islet with Seagulls
Nesting seagulls were not happy about our presence on the West Islets peak.
Deep Pool on Dokdo's West Islet Shore
This sapphire-colored tidal pool looked about 5 meters deep and went straight down.
Video: Two Incredible Drone Videos of Korea’s Dokdo Island
Other Dokdo Related Galleries
Our Gallery of Korea’s Ulleungdo Island
Long regarded as Dokdo’s sister island, mysterious Ulleungdo has been called the Hawaii of the East Sea (Sea of Japan) Images of the most important geographical features of Ulleungdo are in this gallery. (Click image.)
Vidoes Related to the Dokdo – Takehsima Island Dispute
This is a collection of Youtube videos from various sources that support Korea’s ownership of Dokdo Island. Some are political and some contain video published by netizens who favor Japanese claim to Dokdo (Takeshima) Island.(Click image.)
Our Gallery of Korea’s Ulleungdo Island
Vidoes Related to the Dokdo – Takehsima Island Dispute
