Getbol Tidal Flats

Due to the highly dynamic and complex combination of geological, oceanographic, and climatic conditions, the area is characterized by extremely dynamic past and ongoing sedimentary processes, thus representing one of the most intricate and diverse sedimentary systems in the world. Korean Getbol is a natural, stable and sustainable region and encompasses all geological, geomorphic, and ecological characteristics and ongoing tidal processes, which are a rarity in the world. Thousands of islands are scattered around a vast area adjacent to the land. Rapid macrotidal currents flow between these islands through tidal channels that are narrow or wide, short or long, shallow or deep, changing their direction every six hours. This creates one of nature’s most spectacular phenomena along the coast with diverse coastal landforms. Tidal sedimentation is also greatly influenced by the seasonal changes of the Asian Monsoon climate regime, resulting in high geodiversity exposed to constant changes in hydrology and sediment supply. As a result, the littoral environment includes tidal channels and gullies, tidal mudflats, mixed flats and sandflats, together with all the related ecosystems to sustain highly dynamic yet stable mudflat sedimentation regimes.