RégionNorth Gyeongsang
Meilleure SaisonApr–Jun & Sep–Oct
Stay1–2 days
Aperçu Général
Andong (안동) is one of the essential stops in South Korea, located in the North Gyeongsang region. UNESCO Hahoe Folk Village, Confucian academies (Seowon), mask dance heritage and jjimdak.
With direct connections via KORAIL KTX & SRT High-Speed Rail, Andong rewards a stay of 1–2 days so you can balance major landmarks with neighborhood cafés, markets, and easy half-day excursions.
Que Voir & Que Faire
- Andong Hahoe Folk Village & Buyongdae Cliff (UNESCO): Living Confucian clan village of tiled yangban residences and thatched cottages, home to the Hahoe Byeolsingut Talnori mask dance drama.
- Dosan Seowon & Byeongsan Seowon Confucian Academies: UNESCO-inscribed 16th-century Neo-Confucian academies founded by Toegye Yi Hwang, featuring the open Mandaeru pavilion overlooking the river.
- Woryeonggyo Wooden Footbridge & Manhyujeong Pavilion: 387-meter timber bridge lit beautifully at night, plus the forest waterfall pavilion featured in Mr. Sunshine.
Gastronomie & Spécialités Locales
- Andong Jjimdak (Braised Soy-Garlic Chicken with Glass Noodles): Generous platter of chicken braised in sweet-savory soy sauce with dried chilies, potatoes, carrots, and wide chewy dangmyeon sweet-potato noodles.
- Andong Gan-godeungeo (Salted Grilled Mackerel) & Heotjesabap: Wood-grilled salted mackerel cured on the inland mountain road, and Confucian ceremonial bibimbap served without red chili paste.
- Andong Soju (Traditional Distilled Rice Spirit): 40–45% ABV artisanal distilled rice liquor designated as an Intangible Cultural Heritage craft.
Accès & Transports
Andong is served by KORAIL KTX & SRT High-Speed Rail and intercity express trains as well as regional airport transfers. Book high-speed legs 2–6 weeks ahead for early-bird fares.
The historic core of Andong is best explored on foot, supplemented by contactless tap-to-pay metro, tram, or bus lines.
Où Dormir
- Budget: Well-connected hostels and guesthouses within a 10-minute walk of Andong's central station or metro lines.
- Mid-range: Boutique 3-to-4-star hotels near the historic center and pedestrian promenade.
- Luxury: Heritage 5-star grand hotels and design properties with concierge access and views.