Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival (안성맞춤 남사당 바우덕이축제)
10.1Km 2025-07-10
198-2 Namsadang-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-678-2511
The Namsadang Noripae, which was at the heart of popular culture during the Joseon dynasty, can be likened to today’s touring musical theater companies. Anseong is the birthplace of the Namsadang, which expressed the joys and sorrows of the times through various forms of entertainment. The Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival inherits the tradition and culture of Namsadang and the artistic spirit of Baudeogi, the first female to have become the leader of Namsadang troupe in the Joseon dynasty. It is designated as an official festival of the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts (CIOFFⓇ), an official partner of UNESCO since 2006. Namsadang Nori (Itinerant Troupe Performance) is held at the festival, along with other shows, including Pungmul Nori (Folk Music and Dance Performance) and foreign folk performances. Visitors can catch the tightrope show every day, which is performed on a rope three meters off the ground. Other attractions include the reenactment of a traditional Korean wedding and royal procession and the World Parade.
◎ Namsadang and Baudeogi
Namsadang was a performance troupe that went around singing, dancing, and performing various tricks. The troupe was initially composed of single men, but women also came to be members after the female performer and leader Baudeogi.
Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall (안성 남사당 공연장)
10.2Km 2021-02-22
198-2, Namsadang-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-678-2518
Namsadang is a renowned troupe that combines regional traditional arts, such as acrobatics, singing, dancing, and circus performances that originated from the Anseong area. The troupe was formed in honor of Baudeogi, a celebrated artist of the Joseon dynasty and Korea's first official female entertainer.
Namsadang performs on an ongoing basis and also focuses on developing and promoting various hands-on Namsadang programs. Through their world tour, Namsadang plays a big role in spreading Korea's culture internationally. The annual Baudeogi Festival is also a great opportunity for visitors to take in various performances and take part in activities.
Anseong Machum Land (안성맞춤랜드)
10.2Km 2024-01-03
196-31 Namsadang-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Anseong Machum Land is a resting place in the forest for Anseong citizens, and at the same time, it is a place for culture and arts. It offers a variety of things to see and do including: Namsadang Performance Hall, where visitors can watch folk and cultural performances by Namsadang troupe; Anseong Machum Culture & Craft Center; Anseong Machum Astronomical Observatory; Fountain Plaza; Waterside Park; Wildflower Garden; and Cypress Tree Forest. Also, every October, the city hosts the Namsadang Baudeogi Festival, an event dedicated to Baudeogi, the first and only female leader of the Namsadang troupe of the Joseon dynasty. Visitors are advised to check the festival dates when planning for the trip.
Neorigul Culture Village (너리굴 문화마을)
10.3Km 2024-02-06
100 Neorigul-gil, Bogae-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
Neorigul Culture Village, nestled in a mountainous setting, offers a range of amenities such as campgrounds, pensions, and diverse cultural spaces. The term "Neorigul," derived from the local dialect of Anseong, translates to "wide valley." Within this picturesque village, visitors can explore art installations, pensions, caravans, swimming pools, a café, and an art shop. The art shop not only showcases pottery, accessories, and household items but also presents metal craftworks by Lee Kyeong-ja, a revered figure designated as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.
Donkey Starz (동키스타즈)
10.5Km 2024-04-11
154 Dongsan-ro, Hobeop-myeon, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Donkey Starz opened in 2015 as a donkey breeding tourism ranch in Icheon, Gyeonggi-do. The donkeys live in a natural environment with plenty of space to run around, creating happy, healthy donkeys that anyone can approach. The ranch offers experience programs as well as spaces to relax and enjoy beverages for a healing time.
Jisan Forest Ski Resort (지산 포레스트 리조트 스키장)
10.5Km 2021-11-19
267, Jisan-ro, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-644-1200
Jisan Forest Resort, which opened in December 1996, makes for the perfect one-day trip from Seoul. It is located only forty minutes from the capital and is covered with beautiful white pines.
The ski slopes were developed to be environmentally-friendly, making it a popular attraction for the locals. With the latest snow removal machine, the drive from Seoul is safer, letting more people come to the resort at night to enjoy night skiing. For those visiting with family, the beginner courses makes it easy to learn how to ski and snowboard.
Furthermore, Icheon ceramics complex is a mere 15 minutes away, offering a variety of sights to see and ceramicware experience programs to enjoy. Everland Amusement park and a hot springs complex are also located very close by.
Jisan Resort Snowman Rental Shop (지산리조트 눈사람 렌탈샵)
10.7Km 2025-01-23
244 Jisan-ro, Majang-myeon, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
The Jisan Resort Snowman Rental Shop, located at the entrance of Jisan Forest Resort, is a budget-friendly ski clothing and equipment rental shop. Its proximity to the ski resort, trendy clothing, and well-maintained gears, make it a popular choice among customers. The extensive collection also appeals to groups. Visitors can not only rent or purchase ski clothes and equipment but also take ski lessons with qualified trainers.
Yangji Pine Resort (양지파인리조트)
10.7Km 2025-03-16
112 Nampyeong-ro, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-338-2001
Yangji Pine Resort is nestled among the foothills of Dokjo Mountain in Yangji-myeon, Yongin-si, in Gyeonggi-do. Located right next to the Yeongdong Highway Yangji IC (about a 40-min drive from Seoul) it is the closest resort town to the capital. Despite its convenient location near the city, the resort allows guests to truly commune with nature, offering a unique view throughout each of the four seasons.
The main building of the resort, houses a total of 302 guestrooms, most of which offer an open view of the lush forests of the mountain. In addition to its beautiful golf course, pet park, and luxurious condominium, the hotel prides itself on its friendly, well-trained staff.
Taepyeongmu Instruction Hall (태평무 전수관)
11.3Km 2025-01-08
42 Taepyeongmu-gil, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-676-0141
Gang Seonyeong, who devoted a lifetime to traditional dance, built the Taepyeongmu Instruction Hall at her own expense in 1998 in her hometown of Anseong for the proper initiation into, and the preservation of traditional dance. Taepyeongmu dance is a traditional court dance that embodies the continuing hope for the nation to exist in peace. The dancers are adorned in magnificent regal costumes and execute enthusiastic movements, alternating steps while in serene repose. The center has a large performance hall with dance performances every Saturday and a museum displaying Taepyeongmu dance-related materials and folk articles from around the world.
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