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Song jeong Historic House (송정고택)

17.0Km    2024-12-20

15-1 , Songsogotaek-gil, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-873-6695, +82-10-3891-2622, +82-10-8746-6690

Songjeong Old House in Deokcheon Village, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do, is an ‘ㅁ’-shaped hanok and one-time home of Sim Sang-gwan, a wealthy gentleman of the early 20th century. The house is notable for its incorporation of the library used by Shim Sang-gwang. To the right is Songso's house and to the left a trail leading to a water well and a pine forest. The Korean-style rooms are ondol-heated with traditional wallpaper and natural cotton duvets. There’s a spacious yard where traditional Korean music can be heard, while the annual Old House music concerts are very popular.

Jebiwon Garden (제비원가든)

Jebiwon Garden (제비원가든)

17.1Km    2021-03-24

649-2, Jebiwon-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-855-5455

It is a place where you can enjoy various kinds of good Korean soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The representative menu is short rib soup.

Dongseongnu (동성루)

Dongseongnu (동성루)

17.2Km    2021-03-24

6-2, Hwangtomaeul, 1-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-852-1254

A place where you can enjoy a variety of Chinese dishes. This restaurant's signature menu is noodles in nlack nean sauce. This Chinese (cuisine) restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do.

Rock-carved Standing Buddha in Icheon-dong, Andong (안동 이천동 마애여래입상)

Rock-carved Standing Buddha in Icheon-dong, Andong (안동 이천동 마애여래입상)

17.3Km    2020-04-03

Icheon-dong, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-840-5225

Maaekseobulsang (Rock-carved Standing Buddha) in Icheon-dong, Andong is also referred to as Jebiwon Statue due to the small temple of the same name nearby. This statue is unique as the head and the body are not carved from the same rock. The head was carved from a different rock then placed over a large rock relief of the Buddha's body. This type of technique is frequently found in those built during the Goryeo dynasty. The distinct features and carving methods that can be observed from this particular statue are speculated to be from the 11th century. Although there is a small amount of damage on the back of the head, the statue is well-preserved overall.

Andong School of Korean Etiquette (안동예절학교)

17.6Km    2023-04-07

1333-5, Toegye-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-841-0511

Andong School of Korean Etiquette, which is located in Andong, is a mecca of Korea's Confucian customs and provides an opportunity to experience traditional Korean etiquette.

In addition to Korean traditional etiquette, Andong School of Korean Etiquette also teaches tea etiquette and traditional Korean music using instruments such as janggu and gayageum. Students can also experience the joy of learning how to play folk games such as yunnori and kite-flying. The school offers a wide variety of hands-on programs related to Korea's traditions and customs such as mask dance, paper craft, cooking, wedding, and eco-rafting on Nakdonggang River.

There are other popular tourist attractions nearby such as Dosanseowon Confucian Academy, Forest Science Museum and Yi Yuk-sa Literary Hall.

Ongcheon 21segi Jjinppang (옹천21세기찐빵)

Ongcheon 21segi Jjinppang (옹천21세기찐빵)

18.0Km    2021-03-24

959-7, Gyeongbuk-daero, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-859-7058

This is a place where you can enjoy unique steamed bread at an affordable price. This restaurant's signature menu is steamed bun with red bean filling. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do.

Andong Gunja Village (Ocheon Historic Site) (안동 군자마을(오천유적지))

Andong Gunja Village (Ocheon Historic Site) (안동 군자마을(오천유적지))

18.0Km    2024-10-24

29 Gunjari-gil, Waryong-myeon, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-852-5414

Andong Gunja Village is a cluster of around twenty hanok. During the Joseon dynasty, this area produced many scholars, hence earning the name Gunja Village, meaning a village where many learned scholars reside. Designated cultural heritage sites include Takcheongjeong Historic House, and Shrine of the Gwangsan Kim Clan. Visitors can experience hanok stay, immersing themselves in the ambiance of historic houses and traditional customs.

Andong Gunja Village (안동 군자마을)

Andong Gunja Village (안동 군자마을)

18.1Km    2024-02-23

29 Gunjari-gil, Waryong-myeon, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do

Andong Gunja Village, established 600 years ago, was relocated 2 kilometers from its original site due to submergence during the construction of Andong Dam. The village's tradtional houses and pavilions were meticulously moved to preserve their historic value. Known as Gunja Village, it derives its name from a remark by the Joseon-era civil servant Jeong Gu, who noted, "There is no one in the village who is not a Gunja (gentleman)". The village is home to over 20 ancient houses, including the Hujodang Head House and Takcheongjeong Pavilion, maintained in their original state. Moreover, the village archives over 1,000 documents detailing adoption, property ownership, and labor distribution.

Iljik Sikyuk Sutbul Garden (일직식육숯불가든)

Iljik Sikyuk Sutbul Garden (일직식육숯불가든)

19.1Km    2021-03-24

2474-9, Pungil-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-858-0103

It is a house where you can enjoy Korean traditional bulgogi. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The representative menu is bulgogi hot pot.

Cheongsong Apple Festival (청송사과축제)

Cheongsong Apple Festival (청송사과축제)

19.4Km    2025-01-09

269 Geumwol-ro, Cheongsong-eup, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-870-6237

The Cheongsong Apple Festival is held in autumn when the renowned Cheongsong apples, called a “masterpiece crafted by nature,” are at their peak. The festival celebrates the joy of a bountiful harvest, sharing the delicious taste and nutrition of Cheongsong apples through various enjoyable and educational activities.