2024 Andong-si Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in October)

Dosan Seowon Confucian Academy, Andong

Joseon dynasty was heavily influenced by Confucianism teachings and culture, and many scholars were taught Confucianism teachings and knowledge. As one of the most prominent philosopher and Confucian scholar, Toegye Yi Hwang constructed this Confucian Academy to educate students around Andong region when he retired as government official in 1549. Students generally learned the Confucianism values and teachings like the Analects, Great Learning, the theology of the mean etc from their teacher Yi Hwang. In 2019 Confucian Academies in Korea was listed as UNESCO World Heritage, as Dosan Seowon being one of the 9 academies to be included. Located at a very secluded mountanous area, it might be a little inconvenient to travel there, but a bus was available to fetch tourists over. #andong#dosanseowon

Hahoe Hanok Village at Andong

Andong is being known as a city preserved with many historical culture. Hahoe Folk Village was known as home for the prominent descendants of the Pungsan Ryu clan. Full of national treasures and folklore cultures, this village preserved many old culture and histories from the past. Hahoe mask, widely known and used across the country, was made here. There is a local theatre with performances of Mask Drama woth various themes. Visitors ought to drop by and enjoy the show before exploring the village. Each corner will tell you the history of each house and village, and definitely not to be missed when visiting Andong. #andong#hahoevillage

A Must-Visit Place in Autumn: Nakgang Waterway Park

Located to the left of the entrance of Andong Dam Hydroelectric Power Plant, Nakgang Waterway Park features a small pond surrounded by Metasequoia and fir trees. The stone bridge over the pond and the winding paths create a mysterious atmosphere. While it is beautiful in summer, the park is especially stunning in autumn when the leaves turn a beautiful shade of brown. Location: 423, Sang-a-dong, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do Parking available

Step into the Past at Andong Hahoe Folk Village

#koreatrip Andong Hahoe Folk Village, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is an authentic representation of traditional Korean village life. Located in the city of Andong, this picturesque village dates back to the Joseon Dynasty and is known for its well-preserved hanok houses, ancient traditions, and the famous Hahoe Mask Dance Drama. Walking through the village, you’ll see homes still inhabited by descendants of the original clan that settled there centuries ago. The surrounding natural scenery, with mountains, rivers, and forests, adds to the village’s serene atmosphere. Andong Hahoe Folk Village offers a peaceful escape from the modern world, perfect for travelers on a #KoreaTrip who want to experience Korea’s living history.

Andong Hahoe Village: A Must-Visit Spot

When you think of Andong, Hahoe Village naturally comes to mind. This village, where traditional culture and nature blend harmoniously, is especially beautiful when the asters and cosmos flowers are in full bloom. If you visit at the right time, you can also enjoy the Andong Traditional Festival and experience the local culture. After exploring the village, take a leisurely walk along the Manhyujeong trail and soak in the serene scenery. Hahoe Village, with its traditional houses and stunning landscapes, is truly picturesque. Don't forget to take a photo at the Hahoe Photo Spot located at the entrance.

Andong's Fairy Tale Village 'Andong Maenggae Village Buckwheat Flower Tour'

Andong's Maenggae Village is located beyond the Nakdong River. This tour involves riding a tractor across the Nakdong River to reach an inland island village where you can enjoy vast fields of buckwheat flowers. In this village, which feels like it's just for us, take photos with your family or partner amidst the trees, buckwheat flowers, and the sky. You can make a reservation by searching for 'Maenggae Village Farm Picnic' on Naver.

Andong Travel Hot Spot Cafe RUSSEL

During my trip to Andong, I visited the popular cafe ⭐️RUSSEL⭐️, which is located in a small park and features a blue-tiled floor with various tables. It's a great place to relax and enjoy a variety of drinks, including the unique smoked coffee that is hard to find elsewhere. The green mountains and rice fields visible through the windows provide a refreshing view for tired eyes. 🎯240-10, Isongcheon-gil, Seohu-myeon, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Andong Travel Trick Art Mural Street

If you dream of a different Andong trip, I would like to introduce you to the beautiful mural street with colorful murals. The street is full of paintings where you can do trick art, and there are plenty of murals in the residential area. Since anywhere in the village can become a photo zone, it's a popular spot for those who dream of a unique Andong trip. ❗️Please be mindful of noise as Mural Street is a place where residents actually live. 📍14 Seonsungil, Dosan-myeon, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Yeokki Village Mural Street

Places to Visit in Andong: Yeokjeon Village

🌱 Perfect for a fresh spring trip in Korea! Yeokjeon Village is a great place to stop by when traveling in Andong. With alleys decorated with colorful murals, galleries where you can appreciate the works of local artists, and Hanok experience centers that guarantee a sweet sleep, you can enjoy a variety of fun experiences. 💛 Yeokjeon Village in Andong 📍 14, Seonsaeng-gil, Dosan-myeon, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do ✔️ Historical Tourist Spot > Folk Village

Dosan Seowon 도산서원

#koreatrip This place was a private educational institution of Joseon dynasty. 'Seowon' was constructed all over the country for cultivating talented people. They studied mostly learning of Confucianism. Seowon also performed a role of holding a memorial service for Confucianism saints. 'Dosan Seowon' is one of the most famous Seowon in Korea. Andong was a seat of learning in Joseon dynasty because its beautiful scenery and calming atmosphere. Thanks to this atmosphere people could focus on their studying. When you visit Dosan Seowon, you can realize why lots of Joseon people came to Andong to study. This Seowon is famous because its 'Seodang'. Dosan Seodang was established by Lee Hwang who is a most famous Confucian scholar. If you visit Andong, please come to Dosan Seowon and feel the nobility of confucian scholar in Joseon Dynasty.

Andong Hahoe Village

#koreatrip Andong Hahoe Village is famous for Hahoe Mask Dancing, which is one of Korea's intangible cultural treasures. You can experience the authentic village culture by visiting Hahoe Mask Village. Additionally, there's a world Mask museum featuring various masks from different countries. A bus from Andong station to Hahoe Mask Village runs once an hour. Try to arrive there in the morning for the best experience.

representative national history

#dreamdestination It is the Lee Yuk-sa Memorial Hall, which commemorates Lee Yuk-sa, the representative national history. Visit the Lee Yuk-sa Memorial Hall, where you can establish the value of life for your people, with your family!

Trip to Dosan Seowon in Winter Season

#wintertrip Sisadan can be seen across the river. It was built in 1796 to celebrate the civil service entrance exam testing location of 1792. A civil service exam was held here, giving local residents the opportunity to enter public service. King Jungjo directly graded the exam. So many people showed up that they were forced to move the location. Of the 7,200 applicants, only 11 scholars passed the exam. The building was rebuilt in 1824. After the construction of the Andong dam, Sisadan was submerged. The embankment had to be raised in 1974 to keep it above water.

Trip to Dosan Seowon in Winter Season

#wintertrip At the top of the complex, there is a shrine (Sangdeoksa Shrine) for Yi Hwang's ancestral tablet. The shrine (National Treasure no. 211) was built by his follower Jo Mok and is considered a sacred place. Unlike most shrines, this one has an elaborate style with a hip-and-gable roof. Ceremonies to honor Yi Hwang are held here twice a year. To enter the stone walls, you need to pass through the 3-door gate. The center door is reserved for the spirits of those honored in the shrine while the outer doors are used by participants. Unfortunately, gate was closed when I went.

Trip to Dosan Seowon in winter season

#wintertrip The history of Dosan Seowon can't be written without mentioning Yi Hwang. Yi Hwang (pen name Toegye) is considered by many to be the most important Korean philosopher, writer, and Confucian scholar during the Joseon dynasty. The academy was established (1574) four years after Hwang's death by some of his followers. Yi Hwang had retired to this location in 1549 and had started construction of the academy. It is said that Hwang used to walk along the cliffs here to think about the fundamental principles of nature.

From private lodging in Andong to wine class❤️

#Emotional Accommodation 🫧This is a private hanok accommodation for one team a day, where you can even have a wine class🥂❤️ A hanok accommodation with a wine class for those who love wine and want to learn more deeply!!🫢 I was so excited and looking forward to it before visiting! Edun Minbak is located in a rural neighborhood closer to nature, where you can enjoy warm sunshine, take a walk, drink Andong Gukhwacha, have a pleasant chat time with your mother, and take a relaxing half-body bath in a Hino-kkotbang filled with fragrant pine scent❤️ I wanted to learn about wine, but I didn't have the opportunity to do so due to the local circumstances. However, during my Andong trip, the owner explained it to me easily, like a private 1:1 tutoring session, so I learned it very interestingly! If you are interested in wine classes and want to heal in a hanok accommodation, you will really love it!! My first Andong trip with my mother and wine class together made my memories and happiness double or triple! My mother was happier than me at the wine class🥂❤️ I was also happy to see her so excited about going with the family next time🥰❤️ ▪️Edun Minbak ▫️19 Noha 3-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do ▫️Check-in 15:00, Check-out 12:00 ▫️Standard 2 people / Maximum 4 people ▫️Wine class (reservation from 15:00 to 22:00, takes 1 hour and 30 minutes) ▫️Beam projector, Dado set, board games, coffee machine, coffee pot, microwave, electric stove, various sauces, tableware ▫️Visited for photography purposes. #Hocance #UniqueAccommodation #HotPlace #SafeTravel #ResortTravel #DateCourse #RiaAndong #RiaAccommodation #RiaTraveling #EdunMinbak #Andong #AndongAccommodation #RecommendedAndongHanokAccommodation #AndongTravel #AndongMinbak #AndongWineClass #UniqueAndongAccommodation #HanokDetachedHouse #AndongHotPlace #RecommendedPlacesInAndong #PlacesToVisitInAndongWithChildren #AndongHanokStay

Recommend everyone a great hanbok photo shoot! Anton River back to the village, a second to cross 600 years ago in South Korea, perhaps here is the best place for girls to take pictures of hanbok! World Cultural Heritage An Donghe Hui Village, a paradise in South Korea, surrounded by the Lodong River on three sides of the village, turned back in S shape, hence the name River Back Village. The slowly flowing Luodong River, the elegant Furong Terrace, the vast soft white sand beach, and the elegant Hanwu architecture make it seem like a second to cross back to Korea 600 years ago. The two aristocrats of the Joseon era chose this place of feng shui, and lived in gloom. There are different scenery all year round, even if it is not so sunny, people feel very comfortable walking around, the whole person has become quiet, here is especially suitable for girls to shoot, still suffering If you are looking for a hanbok, you can look over it! Hehui Village still carries the boat-like rope-fire game that the literati likes and the river-backed witch-faced masquerade drama that the monks like. The legendary youth used to suffer from plague and fire. The village restored peace, quietly made masks according to the instructions of the old man in the dream, let the villagers wear masks and dance to pray for lifelong shelter. The 14 vivid masks were finally passed down to the end, each of which was quite interesting. So far you can look at the river back village. Go to them. There is also a mask museum outside the village, where you can learn about masks from around the world and recommend museum control not to miss it.

In the rain, the Anton River is back to the village, and the persimmon is red. An Donghe Hui Village is located in Andong City, where the style of the Li Dynasty house and the shape of the village are completely preserved. It is not an artificially formed village, and people have lived here so far. Hehui Village is also famous for the other gods jumping big rope mask game and river back mask. The river back to the mountain mask is the oldest of the existing masks, used for the big rope mask game. There are also various activities on the theme of mask dancing. The Anton International Mask Dance Festival, which takes place on the 10th of each year from the end of September to the 10th, is usually held in Hehui Village or the Dongbian Riverside Celebration. Now you can see the masks of various masks in the village. If you are interested, you can find out about ~ . Compared with the mask, the red persimmons in autumn are more delightful. With the yearning, I came to Gyeongsangbuk-do for the first time. It turns out that there is such a beautiful place in Andong. I heard that the recent hot Korean drama [Hundreds of Lang Jun] took the scene here. The autumn is thick, the persimmons filled with trees are lowering the branches, and the rice fields on the roadside are also golden.

Michelin Samsung bakery not far from Anton Market. Near the plain old market in Andong, this western-style bakery called Mammoth, which opened in 1974, has more than 40 years of tradition, and dozens of kinds of baked bread that day, awesome taste! Star bread is the kind of cream cheese bread in Figure 1. It is said that every day, just after the pot is sold, it is sold out in minutes. is the most foreign coffee shop in the old market in Anton BROOKLYM