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Andong Hahoe folk village is located at Gyeongsangbuk-do, Andong-si, Pungcheon-myeon, Hahoejongga-gil, 40.
Andong Hahoe folk village was listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage site.
That means that the village is a very valuable part of Korean culture.
Let's get to know more about Hahoe folk village! :)
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If you ask about Andong Hahoe folk village to Koreans,
the first thing that they will probably talk about are Hahoe masks.
Hahoe masks are traditional Korean masks that have been acknowledged by scholars as one of the best masks in the world. However, unfortunately, 3 masks have been lost and only 9 are still kept to this day.
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Hahoe village got its name because the Nakdong River surrounds the village in a big 'S' shape.
And accordingly, the masks of this village have been named Hahoe masks.
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
There are village residents residing at these old traditional houses, which gives the village the perfect balance of old and modern Korea.
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
These days, flowers are starting to bloom in Korea.
Therefore, if you visit during spring and summer, you will be able to enjoy a more lively and beautiful Hahoe folk village.
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Korea Tourism Organization)
(Image from: Andong Hahoe folk village)
The museum of the village displays all sorts of different masks and their history.
Also, the last picture is a scene of Hahoe Pyolshingut Mask Dance.
Hahoe Pyolshingut Mask Dance is a cultural act that is the oldest mask dance of Korea.
It is listed as the 69th important intangible cultural heritage of Korea.
Furthermore, there are over a dozen different cultural programs that you can participate in.
Programs are related to rituals, folklore, education and culture.
In order to participate, please visit the village's website for pre-registration!
This has been a short introduction to the historical Korean village, Andong Hahoe folk village.
Andong Hahoe folk village website: http://www.hahoe.or.kr/
Andong Hahoe folk village Tel: 054) 853-0109/0103
