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Ever wonder where they get those historical sets for the various Korean Dramas? Maybe not, but here they are. On any given day you're likely to see actors in costume rehearsing or filming scenes in the Korean Folk Village.
That's not all, though, there are also gymnastic displays (jumping on a high wire and with see-saws) and there are even people who LIVE here. Yes, they live in the old style homes, wearing old style clothes and doing things the...um, old style. It's really quite impressive.
If you're into Bhuddism there is a temple or two here and if you're hungry there is, you guessed it, old style Korean food too. No McDonald's at all.
If you drive there be sure you have a local with you...the last few turns don't have very obvious signs and it seems as if you're going down a country road rather than into a national park.
Interestingly, although you feel as if you're in another era the city is relatively close at hand. When they built the Village it was waaaaay out in the country, but since the burbs have grown it is becoming enveloped in 'civilization'. No matter, the setting is tranquil and you can easily spend 2-4 hours strolling and learning.
Be on the lookout for a wedding, also. Every few days they have a fake or REAL wedding ceremony. I saw one between a White gal and a Korean guy...it was for all to see, and gawk and take pictures. Very cool. Leave a Comment Phone: 1330Directions: Take The Subways to Suwon Station (Line 1) and get the free shuttle bus to the Korean Folk Village. Buses also available (I think #7007 passing through Yeouido). Call 1330 to get directions from anywhere in the country (in many languages, too)Website: http://www.koreanfolk.co.kr/
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| | | | Korean Folk Village: Korean Folk Villiage | Tip Rating: | | | | |
243 acres and 260 buildings make up this village composed of buildings from the Chosun era of Korea's History. Many of these buildings were relocated to the site and restored to their original condition. It is a very good look at traditional Korean life, and also a great place to check out a hottie actress from one of your favorite Korean Dramas. Many of the traditional dramas film here and it is not uncommon to see one of the stars wandering around the village.
There are also plenty of workshops in case basket weaving is more your thing. And there are also folk museums, acrobatic shows, an art gallery, food places, and on festivals and special days they recreate traditional festival celebrations, weddings and other cultural stuff. Leave a Comment Address: 107 Pora-ri, Kihung-up, Yong-in-shi, Kyonggi-do,Phone: 82-031-288-0000Directions: Take the subway line 1 to Suwon. get off and catch the free shuttle bus or city bus 37.Website: http://www.koreanfolk.co.kr/
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| | | | Korean Folk Village: The genuine traditional houses | Tip Rating:  | | | | |
Traditional Korean houses are characterized by
having both ondol (under-floor radiant heating
system) and wooden floors.In the course of time
- according to the social needs - the houses have
evolved into complicated and diverse forms having
a main wing, annex, and areas for raising cattle and
storing grain. Houses relocated to and restored in
the Folk Village,not only include typical houses of
commoners, farmers, and noblemen from the
Southern, Central, and Northern parts of Korea,
including island areas,but also buildings for special
purposes, such as the shrine of scholars, the provincial governor’s office, a private school,a Buddhist temple and a shaman's house.
All houses can be visited Leave a Comment Address: Korean Folk Village, see previous tip !Website: http://www.koreanfolk.co.kr/
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