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Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall (안성 남사당 공연장)

Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall (안성 남사당 공연장)

13.2Km    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 Namsadang Baudeogi Festival (안성맞춤 남사당 바우덕이축제)

Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival (안성맞춤 남사당 바우덕이축제)

13.2Km    2025-01-02

198-2 Namsadang-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-678-2511

The Namsadang Nori Troupe, 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. 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.

Anjeong Gamagol (안정가마골)

Anjeong Gamagol (안정가마골)

13.2Km    2021-03-23

45, Anjeong-ro, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-618-0481

A hangover soup restaurant, five minutes' walk from Anjeong-ri Gate to Pyeongtaek. This restaurant's signature menu is pork back-bone hangover soup.

SODAMGOEUL Paengseong (소담고을 팽성)

SODAMGOEUL Paengseong (소담고을 팽성)

13.4Km    2021-04-12

33, Paengseongnamsan 5-gil, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-653-8250

It is a place for not only family gatherings, but also group dinners. It is a restaurant specializing in charcoal-grilled ribs and Hamheung naengmyeon (Korean cold noodle). This restaurant's signature menu is grilled spareribs.

SO-DAM Cafe (소담카페)

SO-DAM Cafe (소담카페)

13.4Km    2021-04-01

33, Paengseongnamsan 5-gil, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-507-1395-1181

It has a large parking lot and interior. It is also a good place for family gatherings with delicious drinks at low prices and open scenery. This cafe is located in Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do. The representative menu is caffe latte.

Yeopo Kkuikkui (여포꾸이꾸이)

Yeopo Kkuikkui (여포꾸이꾸이)

13.4Km    2021-03-23

32, Anjeongsunhwan-ro, 172 beon-gil, Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-691-7767

It is a place with over 20 years of tradition. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Pyeongtaek-si, Gyeonggi-do. The representative menu is grilled pork belly.