Changjae-do

Changjae-do
0.529 km²
Coastline: 3.950 km
Landform: Plains
42 / km²
UTC+09:00
Tree Cover: 9%
Sparse Vegetation

Welcome to Changjae-do, a Temperate island in the Japan Sea, part of the majestic Pacific Ocean. This guide offers a comprehensive overview of what makes Changjae-do unique – from its geography and climate to its population, infrastructure, and beyond. Dive into the details:

Geography and size of Changjae-do

Size: 0.529 km²
Coastline: 3.9 km
Ocean: Pacific Ocean
Sea: Japan Sea
Continent: Asia

Changjae-do is a Tiny Island spanning 0.529 km² with a coastline of 3.9 km.

Archipel:

Tectonic Plate: Amur – A minor tectonic plate in the region of the Amur River at the border of Russia and China, involved in complex interactions with the Pacific and Eurasian plates.

The geographic heart of the island is pinpointed at these coordinates:
Latitude: 34.61616696 / Longitude: 127.0128717

Climate and weather of Changjae-do

Climate Zone: Temperate
Climate Details: Humid Subtropical Climate
Temperature: Hot Summer

Climate Characteristics: With continuous rainfall and hot summers, this climate is common in some coastal regions, supporting diverse vegetation.

Topography and nature of Changjae-do

Timezone: UTC+09:00
Timezone places: Asia/Tokyo
Max. Elevation: 11 m
Mean Elevation: 10 m
Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
Tree Coverage: 9%

The mean elevation is 10 m. The highest elevation on the island reaches approximately 11 meters above sea level. The island is characterized by Plains: Flat, low-lying lands characterized by a maximum elevation of up to 200 meters. On islands, plains are typically coastal lowlands or central flat areas.

Dominating Vegetation: Sparse Vegetation
These regions have limited plant growth, typically due to extreme conditions like aridity or poor soils. Vegetation is scattered and consists of hardy plant species. Changjae-do has a tree cover of 9 %.

Vegetation: 2 vegetation zones – Low Diversity Island
Islands with two distinct vegetation zones offer slightly more ecological variety. These zones could be due to differences in elevation, moisture, or other environmental factors. While still limited in biodiversity, these islands may offer a contrast between the two zones, such as a coastline with mangroves and an inland area with grassland.

Infrastructure and Travelling to Changjae-do

Does the island have a public airport? no.
There is no public and scheduled airport on Changjae-do. The nearest airport is Gwangju Airport, located 60 km away.

Does the island have a major port? no.
There are no major ports on Changjae-do. The closest major port is MOKPO, approximately 72 km away.

The mean population of Changjae-do is 43 per km². Changjae-do is Gently Populated. The island belongs to South Korea.

Continuing your journey, Geumdangdo is the next notable island, situated merely km away.


South Korea is classified as Emerging region: MIKT: Mexico, Indonesia, South Korea, and Turkey – Economies recognized for their development potential and emerging market status. The level of income is High income: OECD.

News – Latest Updates and Headlines from Changjae-do

Stay informed with the most recent news and important headlines from Changjae-do. Here’s a roundup of the latest developments.

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Please note: The data used here has been primarily extracted from satellite readings. Deviations from exact values may occur, particularly regarding the height of elevations and population density. Land area and coastline measurements refer to average values at mean high tide.

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