Andong Traditional Village

Andong traditional village  is considered as the world heritage. Actually an international festival named as the “Mask Dance festival was in progress at the moment.. It was really a traditional village similar to my country. It has a river lying beside named as “Nakdonggang”..

The Andong Folk Village was originally a part of the Andong Folk Museum, which, in turn, was submerged after the Andong Dam was built. The thatched and traditional houses were moved to its current location. At the present entrance to the folk village are two large totem poles with comical carvings of people's faces. 

Located next to the gate is a monument inscribed with the poem of famous Andong poet and democracy activist, Yuk-sa Lee (1904~1944). His most well-known piece of work 'gwangya' (wild plain) is inscribed in the monument. A hill situated behind the monument leads to the filming location of the popular drama 'taejo wanggeon', based on the life of King Taejo. Due to its historical roots, the Andong area has become a popular backdrop for numerous television dramas.

  When King Taejo founded the Goryeo Dynasty (918~1392), the local village leaders and kin supported his leadership, strengthening his influence throughout the Andong region. Approximately 20 buildings of the Goryeo era are used in the drama 'Taejo Wanggeon', including government offices and private homes.

There was a large number of visitors visiting Andong village. The dance mask festival was at peak when we arrived. All the performers were amazing with nice artistic skills representing their culture and traditions in true ways.. After this I make a quick round of the village, having a look on inside and outside the houses, its farms, cultivations, and the living of people

It was really impressive for me, the way they work, they way the preserved their culture and the way they are promoting. A hill situated behind the monument leads to the filming location of the popular drama 'taejo wanggeon', based on the life of King Taejo. Due to its historical roots, the Andong area has become a popular backdrop for numerous television dramas. It was a nice trip..:)

 We have to Move to our Hotel. Our stay was planned in Wonju. Wonju hotel was also comfortable but with no wifi. We have a walk in Wonju city and that was really nice. Our tour guide offord us a coffee an we have a long discussions on our interests, like and dislikes and much more.

Operating Hours

09:00 - 18:00 ※last admission is 30 minutes before closing Admission Fees Adults(19-64) 1,000 won / Group 800 won Youths, Children(7-18) 300 won / Group 200 won ※Group : 30 or more people Directions * Take an intercity bus from Dong Seoul Bus Terminal (Gangbyeon station, Subway Line 2) to Andong (Bus schedule: 06:00 -23:00, 20-30 min intervals / Estimated travel time: 2hrs 50min) Local City Bus: From Andong Intercity Bus Terminal, take city bus No. 3 headed for Andong Dam. Get off at Andong Folk Museum (15 min ride). Taxi: Takes 10 min from Andong Station.