Course Overview
This drive explores Korea's best-preserved traditional village. Hahoe Village, home to the Pungsan Ryu clan for 600 years, is named for the Nakdong River's S-shaped embrace. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Watch the Byeolsingut mask dance at Hahoe, view the village panorama from Buyongdae Cliff, then drive to Byeongsan Seowon. The Nakdong River view framed through Mandaeru Pavilion at Byeongsan Seowon is the pinnacle of Korean Confucian academy architecture.
Section Highlights
Section 1: Andong to Hahoe Village (approx. 15 km)
Pleasant drive along the Nakdong River from downtown Andong.
Section 2: Hahoe Village Walk (approx. 5 km)
Explore traditional homes including Yangjindang and Chunghyodang, with mask-making experiences.
Section 3: Hahoe to Byeongsan Seowon (approx. 10 km)
Short drive to the academy where Mandaeru's frame view is breathtaking.
Driving Tips
- Hahoe Village admission: adult KRW 5,000
- Byeongsan Seowon: free entry
- Must-try: Andong jjimdak, dried mackerel, heotjesabap
- Byeolsingut mask dance: Mar-Nov, Sat/Sun/holidays 2 PM