Sinsedong Chilcheung Jeontap - Sinsedong 7 stories Brick Pagoda (안동 법흥사지 칠층전탑) - Area information

Sinsedong Chilcheung Jeontap - Sinsedong 7 stories Brick Pagoda (안동 법흥사지 칠층전탑)

15.2Km 2021-07-13

Beopheung-dong, Andong-si, Gyeonsangbuk-do
+82-54-840-5225

Designated National Treasure No.16, Sinsedong Chilcheung Jeontap is Korea's oldest and largest stone pagoda.
The pagoda measures 16.8 meters high with a x_width of 7.75 meters. The pagoda was originally built at Beopeungsa Temple during the eighth century of the Unified Silla Kingdom [654-935] and is the only remaining relic from the temple.
The pagoda is presently located on the estate of the head house of the Goseong Lee family. The sangryunbu, the ornamental top portion of the pagoda, has been totally lost, but the lower tiered portions are intact with beautiful carvings of Buddhist tutelary deity. Traces of tiled roof were found on each story of the tower. Historical records show that the tower was rebuilt in 1487 and that around the same period, three parts of the temple remained.

Head House of the Tapdong Branch of the Goseong Yi Clan (법흥동 고성이씨탑동파종택)

15.2Km 2022-12-21

103, Imcheonggak-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-840-5225

Head House of the Tapdong Branch of the Goseong Yi Clan, located in Andong, serves as a residential house of the Yi descendents even to this day. Constructed in 1685, this house has all of the beautiful features that represent Joseon-style architecture. After this period, additional structures were added periodically. Across from the house is the Seven-story Brick Pagoda at Beopheungsa Temple Site.

Heotjesabap Kkachi Gunmeongjip (헛제사밥까치구멍집 )

16.2Km 2024-11-29

203, Seokju-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-821-1056

Heotjesabap Kkachi Gumeongjip is a popular restaurant located in Andong, serving yangbansang (yangban table set) fit for the aristocracy. The restaurant interior design features a traditional hanok floor, bringing the aristocratic feeling to life. One of the most popular dishes is hoetjesabap (Andong-style bibimbap). Heotjesabap coloring is not vibrant, but the dish is flavorful, with vegetables and jeon (savory pancakes) piled atop rice. The restaurant, with traditional tiles and designs, producing a feel of gentle harmony and overall traditional beauty coupled with a modern feel.

Woryeonggyo Bridge (월영교)

16.4Km 2025-10-23

Sanga-dong, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-852-6800

Woryeonggyo Bridge was named in reference to the submerged Woryeongdae Observatory and the names of nearby areas Wolgok-myeon and Eumdamgol. The view of Woryeonggyo Bridge with the moon's reflection in the Nakdonggang River is a beautiful sight. Woryeonggyo Bridge harbors a tragic yet beautiful legend about a wife who made a pair of mituri (hemp shoes) out of her hair in heartfelt yearning and condolence for her late husband. In commemoration of her pure and noble love, the bridge was designed in the style of mituri.

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This spot is where Yeong-sik and Hyeon-suk enjoyed their hanbok date. Perhaps because of the romantic lights, the two managed to confirm their feelings for each other once more. You can walk on the bridge like Yeong-sik and Hyeon-suk did or take the Moon Boat on the lake and enjoy the view of the bridge from the water.

Andong Dam (안동댐)

16.8Km 2021-07-21

31, Hoban-ro, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-850-4267

Andong Dam is a multipurpose dam on the Nakdonggang River. The dam was constructed to prevent flood damage to the downstream region and to procure water for agricultural, industrial, and residential purposes. Construction of the dam completed in 1976 with a length of 612 meters. x_height of 83 meters and holds 1.2 billion tons of water. Andongho Lake formed by the dam is a popular fishing location.

Andong Folk Museum (안동민속박물관)

16.9Km 2021-07-01

13, Minsokchon-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-821-0649

Andong Folk Museum is located within the Andong Dam Folk Village, a collection of houses and items collected before being submerged after the creation of the dam. The museum preserves and educates visitors on folk, Buddhist, and Confucian cultures. The museum is divided into an indoor section and an outdoor section. The indoor section in particular focuses on the unique cultural aspects of Andong through various exhibitions, as well as in the video screening room. The outdoor section features nearly 20 traditional structures, including hanok houses and old ice storage rooms, providing a closer look at the lifestyle of the past.

Andong Folk Village (안동민속촌)

16.9Km 2024-05-30

Seonggok-dong, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-852-6800

On the other side of the subsidiary dam of Andong Dam, thatched houses can be sparsely seen on a hilltop. The area is practically an outdoor museum, displaying traditional houses that were moved to safety prior to the construction of Andong Dam. Two jangseung (traditional Korean totem poles) are raised at the entrance of the outdoor museum, followed by a monument inscribed with the poem of famous Andong poet and democracy activist, Lee Yuk-sa. On the monument, his most noted work “Gwangya” (Wild Plain) is carved.

Nearby attractions include Andong Museum, Lee Yuk-sa Monument, a filming site of “Taejo Wang Geon (2000)," and Andongho Lake.

Traditional Resort Gurume (구름에)

17.1Km 2024-12-20

190 , Minsokchon-gil, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-823-9001

Gurume Resort in Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, consists of seven traditional hanok dating from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries that were moved to this location because of a flood. The re-assembled hanok have been equipped with modern toilets, bathrooms, and AC units - plus a modern security system. Facilities include a book-cafe, a restaurant, a traditional experience room and a plaza.

Yeongju Museom Village (영주 무섬마을)

17.2Km 2021-08-24

31-12, Museom-ro 234beon-gil, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-638-1127

Located in Sudo-ri in Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, Museom Village is a charming hanok village surrounded by water. Flowing down from Sobaeksan Mountain and Taebaeksan Mountain, Naeseongcheon Stream and Yeongjucheon Stream converge and loop around Museom Village, surrounding the village on three sides with water. This peninsula-like village is not only the center of traditional Korean culture, but also has a gorgeous natural landscape complete with a wide sandy riverside and a lush inland forest.

Known for Haeudang and Manjukje Houses (two of the most historical hanok houses in the area), the village is also home to other outstanding traditional houses such as the Kim Gyu-jin House and the Kim Wi-jin House. Manjukje House is located at the heart of the village and the oldest traditional house in this hanok village. Manjukje was built in 1666 (7th year of King Heonjong's reign) by Bak Su (the father of the Bannam Bak Family).

Nearby Manjukje is Manun House, built in the early 19th century and named after Kim Hwi-geol (penname “Manun”). The house later became the home of the wife of the famous poet Jo Ji-hun, author of “Byeolli,” a poem expressing the beauty of Museom Village.

Other notable houses include the Kim Wi-jin House (a house belonging to aristocrats), the Kim Jeong-gyu House (a house without the traditional outer fencing), and the Bak Jae-yeon House, where the writings of Bak Gyu-su (a respected scholar during the Joseon period) still remain today.

Another famous attraction in the village is the Single Log Bridge, which was the village’s only connection to the outside world for over 350 years before the construction of Sudo Bridge in 1979. It is a tiny bridge in terms of x_width (30 cm), but it stretches for over 150 meters. It is said that the bridge was rebuilt annually after being destroyed each rainy season. With the construction of Sudo Bridge, the Single Log Bridge was no longer needed, but was rebuilt some time later in its original form. To celebrate the bridge’s impressive history, the village hosts the Single-Log Bridge Festival every October.

Manjukjae House[Korea Quality] / 만죽재 고택[한국관광 품질인증]

17.3Km 2024-10-30

11-10 , Museom-ro 234beon-gil, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-638-1127

Manjukjae House is the oldest hanok in Museom Village, Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, with a history dating back 360 years. Originally built by Park Su to live the life of a reclusive gentleman after the Manchu Invasion of Korea, the house has been passed down from generation to generation through 13 generations. There are four guest rooms, Seomgye Chodang, Sarangchae (detached building), Anchae (main building), and Chaekbang (study), all of which can accommodate two people. Among them, Seomgye Chodang offers the best view, from where guests can enjoy the scenery of the log bridge in Museom Village, the Naeseongcheon Stream, and the white sandy beach. With the windows wide open, you can enjoy the cool breeze and the soothing sounds of nature.

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