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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

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Short Trip to south korea 2023 #andong

gunung andong is my first experience hiking destination. its full of green and very refreshing air. you can see many plantation on the way up.#hiking #andong #sunrise