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The folk villages are genuine, not fabricated.
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Slow train or bus is the only way to access Andong.
In a nutshell
A historic city with folk villages, but requires patience to go back and forth between all the places.
DSwede Says: Particularly in the pedestrian streets near Eumsikui-Geori ("Food street") and the Cultural street (highlighted on most tourist maps), there are many different types of masks presented in the tiles of the streets. Most people walk right over them and do not take notice.I saw...
DSwede Says: Some others have already commented on the festival, so here's a few pieces of information that I feel were omitted. The Festival lasts 10 days, starting in late September and continuing through the first week of October.Information booths with maps, schedules of events and...
Mind the wood totems "Changsung"
DSwede Says: Outside of Andong, the Changsung (wood totems or guard posts) are much less common, but inside the area, you will find them everywhere.Upon the entrance to HahoeMaeul is one of the best samples to pick from. There are maybe 100 of them, ranging in styles and sizes.These...
Ocheon Remains (traditional village)
DSwede Says: Back in 1974, when the waters of the lake behind the dam would have drowned this piece of history forever, the remains of the town Ocheongunjari were moved to their present location.The buildings may have been repaired along the way, but much of them are still original. This...
akikonomu Says: Andong downtown is fairly compact and gives you a taste of what semi-urban Korea might be about. Across the road from the train station, turn right and walk on until you come to the "Food Street", a street where many local restaurants line both sides. Continue walking down...
Mask Madness - The Andong Mask Museum
Hooglyboo Says: Right outside the Hahoe Village is the Andong Mask Museum. Inside is a fairly extensive collection of masks from around Korea and the world. There's also a small giftshop. Its small but pleasant, and the owners are very knowledgeable about mask culture (the husband carves...
Andong Gwan: Food for all palates
DSwede Says: Andong Gwan ("Andong Place") is one of many restaurants on Restaurant Road / Food Street. It has a large variety of Korean dishes, going from mild rice dishes to spicy meats. Menus are provided with English translations. The Yeongbang bibimbab was good, as was the udon...
Chaesik Sarang: Pure Vegetarian in Andong!
Andonger Says: This is a small but clean and friendly restaurant serving tasty pure vegetarian meals. The food is generally Korean, but there are also veggie burgers and steaks available. Being the only such restaurant in the province, there is a small but loyal clientele, who are all too...
Dude, Where's My Horsehair Hat?
Hooglyboo Says: There are a few nightclubs scattered hither and yon around Andong, most noteably Canberra and Arabian Nights. They're a different animal than typical western-style nightclubs . . .instead of a cover fee you have to purchase a table (around 30,000 won in most clubs) which...
Getting to/from Andong by public transit
DSwede Says: Andong is north of Deagu and there is no real express connection from either Seoul or from Busan. Most frequent and express connections are through Daegu. Therefore I have to say, it is not really that convenient from either.By bus:To/From Seoul - you can find a direct bus...
infogoddess Says: The Express bus terminal is no longer downtown but now located in the western part of the city. To get downtown you will need to take a taxi or a local bus. Buses #1 and #2 go to the train station, and take about 20-30 minutes, 1200 won.
Carino Says: You can get from Seoul to Andong also by Express Bus, leaving East Seoul 14-times per day.
Andong Soju: Lighter fluid for the loved ones . . .
Hooglyboo Says: Admittedly, you can get Andong Soju all over town. You can even find it (at mildly inflated prices) in Seoul. However, if you buy directly from the family that makes the famous "folk" soju, you'll have the best selection. They carry only the special "folk" soju made Jo...
Andong Mask Dance Festival: Handcrafts
Carino Says: There is a nice variety of Handcrafts at the Andong Mask Dance Festival.
Carino Says: I just spend about 90 minutes at the Mask Dance Festival and was questioned 3 times! I started to refuse any question after this. They usually ask foreigner and the problem is, that there are not a lot of foreigners. Just stay kind and say that you allready took part at the...
Hahoe Malled, or Mind the Keychains
Hooglyboo Says: There are lots and lots of trinket stands selling overpriced keychains and fake Hahoe Masks. If you're going to buy a Hahoe Mask, yes, Hahoe Village is a good place to buy it BUT be sure if you're paying alot of money for it that it isn't just some mass produced resin...
When they say there are 4 seasons in Korea . . .
Hooglyboo Says: Ladies and Germs, Korea is COLD in winter and HOT in summer. Andong is bitterly cold and dry during the winter months, so you'll want warm clothes - we're talking heavy coats, gloves, the works. There's not much humidity or percipitation either, so you might want to put a...
akikonomu Says: 45 minutes away from downtown Andong, Jirye village serves as a point of interest and you are also able to stay there. If you stay there, the owner Mr Kim can pick you up from the train station at around 5pm. The car ride brings you across the bridge spanning the Dam,...
Hooglyboo Says: Just north of the downtown square is a shrine to the founders of three local clans. There's an eclectic collection of buildings, plus the shrine proper. A couple of old guys apparently live here, and if you're lucky they'll unlock some of the buildings and show you around....
Carino Says: For more information about Andong have a look at the City Website in English.
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There is also a train going from Seoul to Andong. But there is only one direct train a day as far as I know.
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Q: Hope to get some help re travelling to Andong. Wondering if it is more convenient to travel to Andong from Seoul or Busan. More...
A: Andong is north of Deagu and there is no real express connection from either Seoul or from Busan. Most frequent and express connections are through Daegu. Therefore I...
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While KBS (Korean Broadcasting Service) might have purposely built a mock-up village for their productions here, there are a few that are authentic. The Korean government has stepped in to limit the...
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Step into Andong and up to your neck in history! This area is one of the richest in Korea for culture and history, and one of the most accessable places for learning about the Joseon era.
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Andong is one of the cities in Korea which could preserve much of its traditional character. It's definitely worth a visit! There are bunch of temples, traditional sights and events in this City....
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If you wanted to experience the traditional culture of Korea, go South (Gyeongju, Andong). Although you may watch that traditional dance performance in Seoul, the South has that preserved surroundings...
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