Yangdong Folk Village-UNESCO World Heritage Site #117
After a breezing 30 minute ride from the Geongju city center, we arrived at the Yangdong Folk Village (Yangdong Village of Gyeongju), a traditional village from the
Joseon Dynasty. It is located in Gangdong-myeon, sixteen kilometers
northeast of Gyeongju, South Korea, along the Hyeongsan River.
Mt. Seolchang stands to the north of the village.
The village is
designated as Important Folklore Materials No. 189 by the South Korean
government.
The size, degree of preservation, numerous cultural assets,
traditionalism, beautiful natural setting all contribute to the
importance of Yangdong Village. It is also a fine example of the
yangban (Korean aristocracy) lifestyle and Neo-Confucian traditions. The village is listed by the South Korean government with UNESCO as world heritage site with Hahoe folk village in 2010.