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Anseong Machum Land (안성맞춤랜드)

.0M    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 Nori (6 shows) (안성 남사당놀이(6마당))

98.2M    2025-12-04

경기도 안성시 보개면 남사당로 198-2

Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival (안성맞춤 남사당 바우덕이축제)

108.1M    2025-07-10

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

The Namsadang Noripae, which was at the heart of popular culture during the Joseon dynasty, can be likened to today’s touring musical theater companies. Anseong is the birthplace of the Namsadang, which expressed the joys and sorrows of the times through various forms of entertainment. The Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival inherits the tradition and culture of Namsadang and the artistic spirit of Baudeogi, the first female to have become the leader of Namsadang troupe in the Joseon dynasty. It is designated as an official festival of the International Council of Organizations of Folklore Festivals and Folk Arts (CIOFFⓇ), an official partner of UNESCO since 2006. Namsadang Nori (Itinerant Troupe Performance) is held at the festival, along with other shows, including Pungmul Nori (Folk Music and Dance Performance) and foreign folk performances. Visitors can catch the tightrope show every day, which is performed on a rope three meters off the ground. Other attractions include the reenactment of a traditional Korean wedding and royal procession and the World Parade. 

◎ Namsadang and Baudeogi
Namsadang was a performance troupe that went around singing, dancing, and performing various tricks. The troupe was initially composed of single men, but women also came to be members after the female performer and leader Baudeogi.

Neorigul Culture Village (너리굴 문화마을)

2.9Km    2024-02-06

100 Neorigul-gil, Bogae-myeon, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Neorigul Culture Village, nestled in a mountainous setting, offers a range of amenities such as campgrounds, pensions, and diverse cultural spaces. The term "Neorigul," derived from the local dialect of Anseong, translates to "wide valley." Within this picturesque village, visitors can explore art installations, pensions, caravans, swimming pools, a café, and an art shop. The art shop not only showcases pottery, accessories, and household items but also presents metal craftworks by Lee Kyeong-ja, a revered figure designated as an Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Taepyeongmu Instruction Hall (태평무 전수관)

3.8Km    2025-01-08

42 Taepyeongmu-gil, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-676-0141

Gang Seonyeong, who devoted a lifetime to traditional dance, built the Taepyeongmu Instruction Hall at her own expense in 1998 in her hometown of Anseong for the proper initiation into, and the preservation of traditional dance. Taepyeongmu dance is a traditional court dance that embodies the continuing hope for the nation to exist in peace. The dancers are adorned in magnificent regal costumes and execute enthusiastic movements, alternating steps while in serene repose. The center has a large performance hall with dance performances every Saturday and a museum displaying Taepyeongmu dance-related materials and folk articles from around the world.

Geumgwanghosu Lake (금광호수)

4.4Km    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.

Gosam Reservoir (고삼저수지)

5.9Km    2023-12-22

108 Gosamhosu-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Gosam Reservoir is a vast reservoir that was completed in 1963 to supply water to nearby areas. The reservoir is abundant in aquatic plants, providing a good habitat for fish. The dreamy scenery in foggy dawn is like a painting. For this reason, it is a famous filming location frequented by photographers. Visitors can enjoy a walk along the path around while listening to early birds chirp in the background. It is known as a popular spot for auto-camping. The reservoir has three small islands known as Baseok Island, Palja Island, and Donggeurak Island. The lake is so large that it may feel like an ocean surrounded by land. The lake's circumference is 14 kilometers, and it takes 25 minutes by car to encircle the whole lake. The lakeside is also a cherry blossom driving course in spring. In addition to being a popular free campsite, the reservoir is also famous for its fabulous sunset and sunrise views. 

The North Face - Anseong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (노스페이스안성점)

10.0Km    2024-04-22

4481, Seodong-daero, Gongdo-eup, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Anseong Seoknamsa Temple (석남사(안성))

10.1Km    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.

Anseong Farmland (안성팜랜드)

11.1Km    2025-10-23

28 Daesindu-gil, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Anseong Farmland is a learning center that spreads information about the importance of agriculture and livestock farming and a theme park where visitors can see and interact with animals. These characteristics make the attraction popular among family travelers with young children. At the experience ranch, visitors can see bulls, donkeys, sheep, geese, rabbits, and other animals and feed them. Diverse activities are also available such as horseback riding, racing karts, and bumper cars.