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Geumgwanghosu Lake (금광호수)

Geumgwanghosu Lake (금광호수)

0m    29669     2024-02-07

Oheung-ri, Geumgwang-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Geumgwanghosu Lake, a valley-shaped lake, is a popular destination for fishing, featuring three fishing grounds around it. Many people visit the lake during the winter season for smelt fishing. The lake also offers a deck trail for visitors to enjoy a stroll around it. The birth home and workshop of Park Du-jin, a Korean poet, are nearby, and a section of the deck trail is also known as the Park Du-jin Literature Trail.

Anseong Namsadang Performances (안성 남사당놀이 상설공연)

Anseong Namsadang Performances (안성 남사당놀이 상설공연)

4.4 Km    13496     2021-07-08

198-2, Namsadang-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-31-678-2518

Namsadang refers to performance troupes which started during the late Joseon period (1392-1910). At the time, Namsadang troupes traveled throughout villages, entertaining the people with traditional performances such as pungmulnori, tightrope walking, and more. Regular Namsadang performances in Anseong first began in order to commemorate Anseong Namsadang, known to be the best of all Namsadang troupes, and the troupe's leader, Baudeogi.

Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall (안성 남사당 공연장)

Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall (안성 남사당 공연장)

4.4 Km    11533     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 Machum Land (안성맞춤랜드)

4.4 Km    2725     2024-01-03

196-31 Namsadang-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Anseong Machum Land is a resting place in the forest for Anseong citizens, and at the same time, it is a place for culture and arts. It offers a variety of things to see and do including: Namsadang Performance Hall, where visitors can watch folk and cultural performances by Namsadang troupe; Anseong Machum Culture & Craft Center; Anseong Machum Astronomical Observatory; Fountain Plaza; Waterside Park; Wildflower Garden; and Cypress Tree Forest. Also, every October, the city hosts the Namsadang Baudeogi Festival, an event dedicated to Baudeogi, the first and only female leader of the Namsadang troupe of the Joseon dynasty. Visitors are advised to check the festival dates when planning for the trip.

Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival (안성맞춤 남사당 바우덕이축제)

Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival (안성맞춤 남사당 바우덕이축제)

4.4 Km    29491     2023-09-11

198-2, Namsadang-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-678-2511~5

Anseong was the birthplace of namsadang, troupes of entertainers who traveled around the country during the Joseon era, and the hub of Korean art and culture. Namsadang Baudeogi Festival aims to develop and continue the heritage of the artistic spirit of Baudeogi by providing various traditional performances and events. The festival also became designated as the official festival of UNESCO's CIOFF (International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts) in 2006.

Anirok(안일옥)

Anirok(안일옥)

5.7 Km    31     2020-09-14

20, Jungang-ro, 411beon-gil, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-675-2486

A famous restaurant with 100 years’ tradition. This restaurant's signature menu is ox bone soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do.

Anirok (안일옥)

Anirok (안일옥)

5.7 Km    14198     2021-03-22

20, Jungang-ro, 411beon-gil, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-675-2486

A famous restaurant with 100 years’ tradition. This restaurant's signature menu is ox bone soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do.

Jaegeonsa Coffee (재건사커피)

Jaegeonsa Coffee (재건사커피)

5.8 Km    0     2023-12-22

9-1 Jungang-ro 400beon-gil, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Jeongeonsa Coffee was formerly a stationery store for 50 years before turning into a café. The café created a similar atmosphere to match the previous neighborhood hangout vibe with props and décor. The coffee beans are named in association with stationery items for a nostalgic feel. There are tables, chairs, and storage cabinets to promote a classic atmosphere, as well as photos of the old stationery office and old-style calligraphy posted here and there. The café has just the perfect retro feel to appeal to the younger generation. The signature menu here is Dongbondong Latte and the café uses their own original cream.

Jangan Myeonok (장안면옥)

Jangan Myeonok (장안면옥)

6.0 Km    1     2023-12-22

54 Jungang-ro 371beon-gil, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Jangan Myeonok is a famous Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles) restaurant that has been around for 65 years. It’s been passed down for three generations. As its name explains itself, Pyeongyang naengmyeon is a naengmyeon mainly enjoyed in Pyongyang. Dongchimi (radish water kimchi) is mixed with meat broth to make buckwheat noodles. The taste of Pyeongyang naengmyeon varies from restaurant to restaurant, but they all share in common that it’s seasoned lightly to bring out the true flavors of each ingredient. Here, buckwheat noodles are handmade at the restaurant to maximize the flavor of buckwheat. The restaurant also serves jeyuk muchim, the restaurant’s version of jeyuk bokkeum (spicy stir-friend pork) with other added ingredients like bean sprouts and noodles.

Anseong Seoknamsa Temple (석남사(안성))

Anseong Seoknamsa Temple (석남사(안성))

6.9 Km    24692     2024-01-03

3-120 Sangchonsaemal-gil, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Seoknamsa Temple is located at the northeastern foot of Seounsan Mountain, 12 kilometers from Anseong. It’s a small temple but the view of stone steps leading up from the temple entrance to the Daeungjeon Hall is worth seeing. Seoknamsa Temple is known to have been presided by prominent monks such as Monk Hyegeo in the Goryeo dynasty. It is also where hundreds of monks in training stayed and practiced Buddhism at the time. The Daeungjeon Hall, which has three rooms on the front and three rooms on the sides, looks simple yet imposing with its gabled roof with double-layer eaves. The building with a hipped and gable roof resembling a crane flying right below the Daeungjeon Hall harmonizes with the Yeongsanjeon Hall. Seoknamsa Temple, which looms over the site, exudes a charm that immerses visitors with the energy of Seounsan Mountain. The Yeongsanjeon Hall also has a hipped and gable roof and three rooms in front and two rooms on the side. The sharp end of the roof is gently hidden in the forest, adding an elegant atmosphere. This building has great architectural significance because its bracket demonstrates the typical design of the early and middle Joseon dynasty. The temple also houses many cultural heritages such as the Yeongsanjeon Hall, where 16 Nahan are enshrined, the Daeungjeon Hall, and Rock-carved Stone Buddha, as well as local relics such as stone pagodas and stupas.