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Andong Hahoe Folk Village (UNESCO)

안동 하회마을(安東 河回마을)•Andong Hahoe Folk Village

A living UNESCO World Heritage time capsule where 600 years of Joseon aristocratic culture, mask dance theatre, and riverbank beauty endure.

Traditional tiled hanok and thatched-roof homes encircled by the S-shaped Nakdong River at Hahoe Village.
600-year-old UNESCO World Heritage clan village preserved by the Ryu family, birthplace of the Hahoe Mask Dance.
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Hours & Closures

Schedule: 09:00 - 18:00
Last Admission: 17:30
⚠️ Open daily year-round
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Tickets & Admission

Adult Admission5,000 KRW
Youth2,500 KRW
Children1,500 KRW
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Contact & Website

Hahoe Village Office:
📞 +82-54-853-0103Call
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Transit Access

Bus 210: Hahoe Village Ticket Office Stop
🚶 2 min walk

🚗 Large parking area at ticket office (2,000 KRW).

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History & Heritage

Inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2010 alongside Yangdong Village, Hahoe is celebrated for its harmonious layout reflecting Joseon Neo-Confucian ideals and geomantic pungsu principles.

Founded by the Pungsan Ryu clan during the transition from Goryeo to Joseon dynasties.

Home to prominent Joseon scholar-officials including Ryu Seong-ryong, author of the seminal war chronicle Jingbirok.

⏳ Historical Milestones

14th CPungsan Ryu clan establishes Hahoe settlement.
1592Ryu Seong-ryong serves as Chief State Councillor.
2010UNESCO World Heritage inscription.
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What to See & Highlights

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Buyongdae Cliff & Panoramic Overlook

A sheer 64-meter cliff across the river offering an iconic birds-eye panorama over the entire village.

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Hahoe Mask Dance Performance (UNESCO Intangible)

800-year-old satirical masked folk drama inscribed on UNESCO Representative List of Intangible Heritage.

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Visit Planning & Advice

⏱️ Recommended Duration:

3 hours

☀️ Best Time of Day:

Afternoon at 14:00 to catch the live Mask Dance performance

🍁 Seasonal Tips: Autumn coincides with the famous Andong Mask Dance Festival and golden rice paddies.
✅ Practical Rules:
  • Adult ticket is 5,000 KRW and includes the free shuttle bus from ticket office to village gate.
  • Mask Dance performance is held Tue–Sun at 14:00 at no extra charge.
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How to Travel from Seoul to andong?

🚄 KTX₩25,100
🎁5% KTX mileage accumulation for eligible Korail Talk members (not a discount)
From: Cheongnyangni Station / Seoul Station
To: Andong Station
Duration: 2h 00m – 2h 10m (~210 km)
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🚌 Express Bus₩20,000 ~ ₩26,000
From: Seoul Express Terminal / Dong Seoul Terminal
To: Andong Terminal
Duration: 2h 40m (~220 km)
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