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Andong Folk Village (안동민속촌)

Andong Folk Village (안동민속촌)

6.8 Km    28469     2024-05-30

Seonggok-dong, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-852-6800

On the other side of the subsidiary dam of Andong Dam, thatched houses can be sparsely seen on a hilltop. The area is practically an outdoor museum, displaying traditional houses that were moved to safety prior to the construction of Andong Dam. Two jangseung (traditional Korean totem poles) are raised at the entrance of the outdoor museum, followed by a monument inscribed with the poem of famous Andong poet and democracy activist, Lee Yuk-sa. On the monument, his most noted work “Gwangya” (Wild Plain) is carved.

Nearby attractions include Andong Museum, Lee Yuk-sa Monument, a filming site of “Taejo Wang Geon (2000)," and Andongho Lake.

Andong Folk Museum (안동민속박물관)

Andong Folk Museum (안동민속박물관)

6.9 Km    23464     2021-07-01

13, Minsokchon-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-821-0649

Andong Folk Museum is located within the Andong Dam Folk Village, a collection of houses and items collected before being submerged after the creation of the dam. The museum preserves and educates visitors on folk, Buddhist, and Confucian cultures. The museum is divided into an indoor section and an outdoor section. The indoor section in particular focuses on the unique cultural aspects of Andong through various exhibitions, as well as in the video screening room. The outdoor section features nearly 20 traditional structures, including hanok houses and old ice storage rooms, providing a closer look at the lifestyle of the past.

Andongho Lake (안동호)

Andongho Lake (안동호)

7.0 Km    18661     2021-01-29

Hoban-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-856-3013

Known as a popular fishing spot and recreation site, Andongho Lake is an man-made lake created by obstructing the upper stream of the Nakdonggang River as part of the government’s Four Major Rivers Restoration Project. Andong Dam is the second largest dam in Korea, following Soyanggang Dam. The x_height of the dam is 83 meters and the length is 612 meters.

The landscape surrounding Andongho Lake is nothing short of magnificent. There is a dock for boats on the lake, which is also popular as a fishing destination. Bass caught here are especially strong and tasty. An international bass fishing tournament is held here every year. There are also tourist attractions nearby such as the Dosanseowon Confucian Academy and Andong Hahoe Village.

Wanggojib Mauntang (왕고집매운탕)

Wanggojib Mauntang (왕고집매운탕)

7.1 Km    50     2021-03-24

13, Jeongeori, 3-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-822-6950

It is a place where you can eat various fish dishes. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The most famous menu is spicy fish stew.

Andong Soju & Traditional Food Museum (안동소주·전통음식 박물관)

Andong Soju & Traditional Food Museum (안동소주·전통음식 박물관)

7.2 Km    25294     2021-12-01

71-1, Gangnam-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-858-4541

Andong Soju & Traditional Food Museum was established in 1995 to promote and pass down the history and cultural characteristics of Andong Soju (Gyeongsangbuk-do Intangible Heritage). Andong Soju is a liquor distilled from wheat with 45 percent ABV that originated during Silla period. This regional liquor became widely known outside of Andong when the Korean government strongly supported the development of regional liquors in anticipation of the Asian Games in 1986 and Seoul Olympic Games in 1988.

Seonghee Girls' High School (성희여자고등학교)

Seonghee Girls' High School (성희여자고등학교)

7.2 Km    0     2024-07-17

San102-1 Jeongha-dong, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-858-7766

Much of the drama "All of Us Are Dead" was filmed at the school because of the plot, which takes place in a high school where a zombie virus has spread. The place that became the background is Seonghee Girls' High School. A banner of the drama is hung at the main gate, and a photo zone is also set up inside the school. You can see the road in front of the school, the school gate, and the bridge between the buildings from the drama.

Pachyai (파챠이)

Pachyai (파챠이)

7.2 Km    65     2021-03-24

42, Jeongeori, 2-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-823-2226

It is a place where the generous servings and the fantastic combination of seasoning and noodles go well together. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The representative menu is spicy seafood noodle soup.

Donkkaseu Cafe (돈까스카페)

Donkkaseu Cafe (돈까스카페)

7.2 Km    120     2021-05-25

277, Gangnam-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-859-7930

It is a good place for the perfect sauce and crispy Korean pork cutlet. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The most famous menu is pork cutlet.

Daraewon (다래원)

Daraewon (다래원)

7.3 Km    82     2021-03-26

852, Gyeongdong-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-821-8489

A place where you can enjoy various Chinese dishes. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The representative menu is sweet and sour pork.

Gyodong Ssambap (교동쌈밥)

Gyodong Ssambap (교동쌈밥)

7.4 Km    39     2021-03-26

859-4, Gyeongdong-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-858-2990

You can enjoy pork and fresh ssam vegetables grown by the restaurant owner. This restaurant's signature menu is leaf wraps and rice. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do.