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Cheongsong Folk Museum (청송민속박물관)

Cheongsong Folk Museum (청송민속박물관)

18.1 Km    9111     2022-08-05

222, Juwangsan-ro, Cheongsong-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-874-9321

Cheongsong Folk Museum was opened in 1999 to promote the history, culture, and customs of the region. The three-story museum offers indoor & outdoor exhibition halls.

The indoor exhibition halls showcase educational materials related to farming and the customs of Cheongsong. Exhibitions - such as the Traditional Guest Room, Weaving Room, Items of Everyday Use, and Cheongsong Porcelain - offer glimpses of how people lived in the past. The outdoor exhibition space reproduces a traditional tavern, waterwheel, millstone operated by a horse or ox, monument to ward off misfortunes and protect prosperity, and natural stones used for worship, with which visitors can experience farm life in the past.

Andongho Lake (안동호)

Andongho Lake (안동호)

18.2 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.

Woryeonggyo Bridge (월영교)

18.2 Km    35276     2024-05-30

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

Woryeonggyo Bridge was named in reference to the submerged Woryeongdae Observatory and the names of nearby areas Wolgok-myeon and Eumdamgol. The view of Woryeonggyo Bridge with the moon's reflection in the Nakdonggang River is a beautiful sight. Woryeonggyo Bridge harbors a tragic yet beautiful legend about a wife who made a pair of mituri (hemp shoes) out of her hair in heartfelt yearning and condolence for her late husband. In commemoration of her pure and noble love, the bridge was designed in the style of mituri.

Sinsedong Chilcheung Jeontap - Sinsedong 7 stories Brick Pagoda (안동 법흥사지 칠층전탑)

Sinsedong Chilcheung Jeontap - Sinsedong 7 stories Brick Pagoda (안동 법흥사지 칠층전탑)

18.2 Km    17527     2021-07-13

Beopheung-dong, Andong-si, Gyeonsangbuk-do
+82-54-840-5225

Designated National Treasure No.16, Sinsedong Chilcheung Jeontap is Korea's oldest and largest stone pagoda.
The pagoda measures 16.8 meters high with a x_width of 7.75 meters. The pagoda was originally built at Beopeungsa Temple during the eighth century of the Unified Silla Kingdom [654-935] and is the only remaining relic from the temple.
The pagoda is presently located on the estate of the head house of the Goseong Lee family. The sangryunbu, the ornamental top portion of the pagoda, has been totally lost, but the lower tiered portions are intact with beautiful carvings of Buddhist tutelary deity. Traces of tiled roof were found on each story of the tower. Historical records show that the tower was rebuilt in 1487 and that around the same period, three parts of the temple remained.

Head House of the Tapdong Branch of the Goseong Yi Clan (법흥동 고성이씨탑동파종택)

Head House of the Tapdong Branch of the Goseong Yi Clan (법흥동 고성이씨탑동파종택)

18.2 Km    13417     2022-12-21

103, Imcheonggak-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-840-5225

Head House of the Tapdong Branch of the Goseong Yi Clan, located in Andong, serves as a residential house of the Yi descendents even to this day. Constructed in 1685, this house has all of the beautiful features that represent Joseon-style architecture. After this period, additional structures were added periodically. Across from the house is the Seven-story Brick Pagoda at Beopheungsa Temple Site.

Imcheonggak House (안동 임청각)

Imcheonggak House (안동 임청각)

18.3 Km    20762     2021-11-09

63, Imcheonggak-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-859-0025

Imcheonggak House is the largest remaining household from the Joseon dynasty, holding a history of over 500 years. The house was built for one aristocratic family’s love of the scenic beauty in the surrounding area. It was originally built with a total of 99 kan (traditional measurement of space between pillars) but only 70 remain. The most famous structure on this property is the annexed pavilion, Gunjajeong. An autograph of the famous Confucian scholar Lee Hwang can be found hanging outside the pavilion.

Donkkaseu Cafe (돈까스카페)

Donkkaseu Cafe (돈까스카페)

18.3 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.

Heotjesabap (헛제사밥(맛50년))

Heotjesabap (헛제사밥(맛50년))

18.4 Km    27841     2021-05-07

201, Seokju-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-821-2944

It is a restaurant that sells Andong’s traditional dishes. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The most famous menu is Andong-style bibimbap.

Heotjesabap Kkachi Gunmeongjip (헛제사밥까치구멍집 )

Heotjesabap Kkachi Gunmeongjip (헛제사밥까치구멍집 )

18.4 Km    18733     2020-04-21

203, Seokju-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-821-1056

Heotjesabap Kkachi Gumeongjip is a popular restaurant located in Andong, serving yangbansang (yangban table set) fit for the aristocracy. The restaurant interior design features a traditional hanok floor, bringing the aristocratic feeling to life. One of the most popular dishes is hoetjesabap (Andong-style bibimbap). Heotjesabap coloring is not vibrant, but the dish is flavorful, with vegetables and jeon (savory pancakes) piled atop rice. The restaurant, with traditional tiles and designs, producing a feel of gentle harmony and overall traditional beauty coupled with a modern feel.

Samil Garden (삼일가든)

Samil Garden (삼일가든)

18.4 Km    45     2021-03-24

207, Seokju-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-859-1887

The spicy freshwater maeuntang is famous. The best menu at this restaurant is mandarin fish stew. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do.