Yangdong Folk Village
Yangdong Folk Village
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Lim
7 contributions
Mar 2023 • Family
Had well preserved traditional black and white tiled roof houses, but after seeing the 10th house among 150+ houses, boredom set in. Quite a walk under the hot sun to see house after house scattered through a small hill. Most of the houses were occupied. Those that allowed you to enter were empty. You are there to see the construction of the house which is pretty much the same for every house there. There wasn’t like a particularly grand house with antique furniture to see. We took a public bus there - it was a 15-20 mins walk to the entrance of the village carpark. And within the village, lots of walking was required. Not much was happening in the village when we were there. In fact, nothing was happening. Quiet. Didn’t even see the occasional farmer farming. No one to talk to either. Take note of the return bus timing at carpark entrance to plan how much time you spend at the village.
Written 14 March 2023
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kerdo
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Sept 2023 • Couples
We spent two hours on site, but in the end it felt like one big waste of time.
The village is quite spread out and hilly (hence the time), but in the end it only has 4 or 5 houses worth seeing, and even those don’t stand out with respect to what you can see in any Hanok village of Seoul or Gyeongju. The other ones can’t be visited (because ppl still live inside) and have no architectural value, at least to our untrained eyes.
The surroundings are prettyish, but SK has much better to offer elsewhere in this regard.
The small museum at the entrance doesn’t provide much useful info either.
Maybe it would have been better with a guide able to tell the context and history, though I wouldn’t bet on it. Anyway, I can attest that as a self guided thing it’s completely underwhelming and I recommend skipping it entirely.
As to how it made it to UNESCO World Heritage : I don’t have the slightest clue.
The village is quite spread out and hilly (hence the time), but in the end it only has 4 or 5 houses worth seeing, and even those don’t stand out with respect to what you can see in any Hanok village of Seoul or Gyeongju. The other ones can’t be visited (because ppl still live inside) and have no architectural value, at least to our untrained eyes.
The surroundings are prettyish, but SK has much better to offer elsewhere in this regard.
The small museum at the entrance doesn’t provide much useful info either.
Maybe it would have been better with a guide able to tell the context and history, though I wouldn’t bet on it. Anyway, I can attest that as a self guided thing it’s completely underwhelming and I recommend skipping it entirely.
As to how it made it to UNESCO World Heritage : I don’t have the slightest clue.
Written 15 September 2023
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Abovetheclouds
2,220 contributions
Jun 2022 • Solo
This is stunning but the heat. It was super hot the day we went and I struggled although fit and healthy with the climbing. Go early in the morning or on a cool day. Wear good shoes as there is a lot of walking plus uphill too. Get a map and it is easy to walk around yourself. Don't make too much noise as this is a residential area. There is a place before you go in to buy drinks and use toilets if needed. Take water! Just a note, the area is slightly outside Gyeongju so either take a bus or you may want to call / get a taxi to wait for you. Limited transport options. Otherwise, hire a car or bicycle. Maybe twenty five minutes or so from the main town depending on mode of transport. We spent about two hours here. There was hardly any tourists. Literally had the place to ourselves!
Written 9 June 2022
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MNataro
Pyeongtaek, South Korea419 contributions
Apr 2021
It was pretty cool. A bit off the beaten path, we enjoyed our walk around the old houses. Not sure if there was an exhibit beyond the entrance one (if there even was one there, which I think there was, but we missed it). We loved the little historical-looking house that we had lunch in. I will say this: not much English is spoken here.
Written 24 April 2021
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Yew Hong Ng
Singapore, Singapore195 contributions
Nov 2013 • Solo
This is an old village dating back to the Joseon dynasty, unlike those in Gyeongju that are from the Shilla era. I went there by bus, about 50 mins northeast of Gyeongju centre. From a bus stop near the Gyeongju train station, there are several buses that come here, all 2xx. See photo with map and bus schedule below. In particular, 203 goes straight to the village, the rest stopping on the highway 10 mins away from the village. Since 203 is infrequent, and 10 mins walk is really not much different, I took the first 2xx bus at the stop. I relied on google maps to know where to get off, but you can always tell the bus driver and sit near him. It is not a popular stop so it is possible for buses to go pass it without stopping if you don't indicate in advance. Btw, I got a prepaid sim card with 1 gig data plan for 30,000 at Busan Gimhae airport. After you get off the bus, it mat seem strange as it is on a busy highway intersection. But there is a strange scuplture nearby that will confirm you got off the stop. Turn to the north, there is a small walking path beside the road, with a train track running nearby. You will even pass by a small train station along the way. Just follow the path all the way, and after passing under a small bridge, you will see a carpark. Note that near the guardhouse of the carpark is the stop for 203. There is an obvious modern building - head towards it. There is an information booth here, and a toilet. Follow the English signs telling you where to buy tickets. There are toilets in the village near the major sites so not to worry. At the ticket booth, ask for an English brochure (or Chinese, or Japanese). You will be informed which houses are open for visiting, but even these are open only up to the courtyard. You can't go into the buildings.
With the map in hand, you can start exploring. In addition, there is a website that suggests routes that you could take. See link to attraction website.
In general, be mindful that people are living in these houses. You would not want people poking into your house, would you? But if they really don't want you near they will block it with chairs or sticks, and certainly don't go near barking dogs.
For lunch, the restaurants are generally on the right side of the road when you first enter the village past the ticket booth. I asked information booth and was told there will not be English menu. Eventually, I picked one restaurant with a sign outside listing the menu with price. So I chose the price not the food :p See picture below. I figured out later that the first item on the menu is lotus leaf rice set meal. The second is Bulgogi, kind of bbq beef. The third is basically lotus leaf rice plus Bulgogi combo. I chose the lotus leaf rice, it was good.
If you really want to experience what it is like to sit in an old building, check out the Suunjeong Pavilion on the far left-bottom of the map. It's a pavilion perched on a small hill. I was able to sit on the verandah and enjoy the breeze. Also, on the map you will see the Seongjubong peak on the right side. The climb is about 15 to 20 mins, and not too steep. You will be rewarded with a view of the village and the surrounding area. The path up is not obvious. From the Ganghakdang village school, head south a few metres until you are forced to descend to the right. Instead, turn left and you will see a small vegetable patch and forest beyond. Get up and there is a sign to the left pointing to the start of the upward hike, but only in hangul.
oh yes, at the modern building when you come in, check with the information counter the schedule for 203. I didn't bother and walked out again to take the other buses, but it turned out options are fewer as only 200, 201 and 202 stops at the bus stop (on the opposite side of the road) on the way back to Gyeongju.
I was there from 9am to 4.30pm, and visited most of the village. I find the sunset particularly beautiful.
With the map in hand, you can start exploring. In addition, there is a website that suggests routes that you could take. See link to attraction website.
In general, be mindful that people are living in these houses. You would not want people poking into your house, would you? But if they really don't want you near they will block it with chairs or sticks, and certainly don't go near barking dogs.
For lunch, the restaurants are generally on the right side of the road when you first enter the village past the ticket booth. I asked information booth and was told there will not be English menu. Eventually, I picked one restaurant with a sign outside listing the menu with price. So I chose the price not the food :p See picture below. I figured out later that the first item on the menu is lotus leaf rice set meal. The second is Bulgogi, kind of bbq beef. The third is basically lotus leaf rice plus Bulgogi combo. I chose the lotus leaf rice, it was good.
If you really want to experience what it is like to sit in an old building, check out the Suunjeong Pavilion on the far left-bottom of the map. It's a pavilion perched on a small hill. I was able to sit on the verandah and enjoy the breeze. Also, on the map you will see the Seongjubong peak on the right side. The climb is about 15 to 20 mins, and not too steep. You will be rewarded with a view of the village and the surrounding area. The path up is not obvious. From the Ganghakdang village school, head south a few metres until you are forced to descend to the right. Instead, turn left and you will see a small vegetable patch and forest beyond. Get up and there is a sign to the left pointing to the start of the upward hike, but only in hangul.
oh yes, at the modern building when you come in, check with the information counter the schedule for 203. I didn't bother and walked out again to take the other buses, but it turned out options are fewer as only 200, 201 and 202 stops at the bus stop (on the opposite side of the road) on the way back to Gyeongju.
I was there from 9am to 4.30pm, and visited most of the village. I find the sunset particularly beautiful.
Written 8 November 2013
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WCLee
Hong Kong, China124 contributions
Jul 2016 • Couples
There are numbers of buses will bring you to the Yangdong Folk Village. But as far I know, it should be only bus number 203 and 252 will take you inside the village.
I took bus number 200 for 45mins and got off a bus station next to the highway. Yes, it is a bus stop next to the highway!
I walked along the road next to the railway. The railway looks abandoned but I assume it is still working. After 10mins walk, you will see the entrance of the village. It costs won4000 (each adult) for the entrance fee.
I attached bus 203 timetable. Pink color is the return bus schedule :)
I took bus number 200 for 45mins and got off a bus station next to the highway. Yes, it is a bus stop next to the highway!
I walked along the road next to the railway. The railway looks abandoned but I assume it is still working. After 10mins walk, you will see the entrance of the village. It costs won4000 (each adult) for the entrance fee.
I attached bus 203 timetable. Pink color is the return bus schedule :)
Written 19 July 2016
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Sheryl A
Liverpool, UK429 contributions
Sept 2014 • Couples
This was a highlight we did not expect! A small 'traditional village' in the hills outside Gyeongju. We took the 203 bus, (1200 won) about 45 mins from Gyeongju using the bus stop near the Gyeongju train station, there are several buses that come here, all 20x. The driver will tell you where to alight. Then a lovely 10-15 min walk aside the railway track to the village. Entrance fee 2000 won. We walked for 3 hours around looking at the houses, fields and views. Lovely place for a variety of photos - houses, people, plants, insects... Great day! Had a cool drink in a local house/garden centre.. cheap and friendly. Recommended!
Written 7 October 2014
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Blanche C
United Kingdom75 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
Not many people visiting Gyeongju will aware of this place so walking in Yongdong Folk Village was enjoyable. Check with the travel information counter for the frequency and the bus stop of bus no. 203 as many local people know nothing about this route. Even the hotel staff can't check any bus information on the internet. The bus takes around 40 minutes from intercity bus terminal to the village.
There are cafes and restaurants in the village so no worry about that. The entrance fee is 4000 won/px. Recommend for half day trip.
There are cafes and restaurants in the village so no worry about that. The entrance fee is 4000 won/px. Recommend for half day trip.
Written 10 October 2017
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jasmineyyl
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia158 contributions
Jun 2015 • Family
To get to Yangdong village, you will need to take a train (KTX) to Sinyeongju station and then take a bus to Gyeongju station. After that it's about a 45 minutes bus ride from the inter city bus terminal to the village. It's best to allocate one whole day to this place if you are planning to explore everything slowly. Be prepared for a lot of hilly areas and walks. Best to bring an umbrella during summer. Don't worry about food as they have places to eat and drink at the village. You must first purchase an entrance ticket and then you will be given a map. There is also an option for getting a tour guide if you want and it's free of charge.
Overall, it's recommended if you are into Hanok and culture and history. Good for family with kids too.
Overall, it's recommended if you are into Hanok and culture and history. Good for family with kids too.
Written 7 August 2015
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fm_usagi
Singapore56 contributions
Sept 2012 • Solo
Am lucky not to wait long for bus no. 203. The bus stopped by Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal at 1034hrs and reached Yangdong at 1117hrs. The tourist info centre provides a simple map and told me the must-visit houses and recommend the path to cover them in sequence. Maybe because my visit falls on a weekday, I did not see any villagers. You could see the interior of the houses although you are not allowed to step onto the actual buildings because people are still living in these houses after all. Would be even better to have more explanations of the usage of these rooms displayed for better appreciation. Ended my visit by having a simple lunch in a cafeteria, located just near the entrance of the village. This cafeteria is run by a 70-year old lady and had the simple menu written in Korean.
Written 27 September 2012
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Buongiorno Nicola,
nel post per il villaggio Yangdong hai scritto che c'è bus da Gyeongju. Ti ricordi per caso dove l'hai preso, il numero del bus, quanto tempo hai impiegato?
Grazie per l'informazione.
Saluti Eliana
Written 24 August 2023
mm22mm
Osaka, Japan
3度訪問されたということで質問させていただきます。小生、近々一人で良洞民俗村に行く予定です。ただ2時間近く重い荷物を持って見学して回るのは大変です。村内の資料館など、どこか荷物を預かってくれる場所かコインロッカーがあるのでしょうか。ご面倒ですがご教示ください。
Written 3 June 2018
UnbelieveBubble
Skiptvet Municipality, Norway
I'm writing an assignment about tourist attractions/monuments in a relatively small village so I wondered if someone could give me a list of buildings to visit or things to see inside or around the yangdong folk village? ^ㅅ^
Written 6 September 2017
It doesn't need, I think. Yangdong is rather small. Let yourself to go where your eyes look. The houses are almost the same. The road from bus stop will lead you to the right side of village. After that turn back and climb to the hill. Make some photos of village and suburbs with railway and bridges. And you can come back to the bus stop.
Written 6 September 2017
How to go to the Yangdong Folk Village from Nampodong. We would like to go by bus early in the morning.
Written 14 April 2016
You should go to Kyungju by cross-country or express buses. Either way, you should get off at the express-bus terminal and get on a urban bus numered 1 to go to Yandong Folk Village. I consulted the internet. Hope to be helpful to you.
Written 15 April 2016
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