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Neorigul Culture Village (너리굴 문화마을)

11.2Km    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.

Anseong Namsadang Baudeogi Festival (안성맞춤 남사당 바우덕이축제)

11.4Km    2025-01-02

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

The Namsadang Nori Troupe, 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. 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.

Anseong Namsadang Performances (안성 남사당놀이 상설공연)

11.4Km    2021-07-08

198-2, Namsadang-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
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Namsadang refers to performance troupes which started during the late Joseon period (1392-1910). At the time, Namsadang troupes traveled throughout villages, entertaining the people with traditional performances such as pungmulnori, tightrope walking, and more. Regular Namsadang performances in Anseong first began in order to commemorate Anseong Namsadang, known to be the best of all Namsadang troupes, and the troupe's leader, Baudeogi.

Anseong Namsadang Performance Hall (안성 남사당 공연장)

11.4Km    2021-02-22

198-2, Namsadang-ro, Anseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-678-2518

Namsadang is a renowned troupe that combines regional traditional arts, such as acrobatics, singing, dancing, and circus performances that originated from the Anseong area. The troupe was formed in honor of Baudeogi, a celebrated artist of the Joseon dynasty and Korea's first official female entertainer.

Namsadang performs on an ongoing basis and also focuses on developing and promoting various hands-on Namsadang programs. Through their world tour, Namsadang plays a big role in spreading Korea's culture internationally. The annual Baudeogi Festival is also a great opportunity for visitors to take in various performances and take part in activities.

Anseong Namsadang Nori (6 shows) (안성 남사당놀이(6마당))

11.4Km    2025-06-05

경기도 안성시 보개면 남사당로 198-2

Anseong Machum Land (안성맞춤랜드)

11.5Km    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.

Icheon Rice Cultural Festival (이천쌀문화축제)

11.7Km    2024-10-16

48 Gongwon-ro, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-644-4135

Icheon is famous for producing the best rice in Korea. In fact, Icheon rice is so good that it used to be served to the kings of Korea in the past, and is still highly thought of today. The Icheon Rice Culture Festival celebrates its famous rice and local agricultural practices. Various activities and events are prepared for festival-goers of all ages to enjoy.

Masan Agu Icheon Ssalbap (마산아구이천쌀밥)

11.9Km    2024-01-11

2-9 Deokpyeong-ro 882beon-gil, Majang-myeon, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

Masan Agu Icheon Ssalbap is a Korean table d‘hote restaurant in Deokpyeong-ri, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do. This restaurant has been run by a family for 20 years, and its owner personally cooks all the dishes. The dishes include the glossy hot stone pot rice cooked with Icheon rice and a variety of carefully prepared side dishes, such as acorn jelly salad, braised bean curd, grilled Okhotsk atka mackerel, and japchae, which can only be found in Korean cuisine. In addition to the steamed rice set menu, they serve braised cutlassfish, braised silver pomfret, blue crab soup, spicy braised monkfish, soy sauce marinated crab, and grilled deodeok.

Goldeunbel - Lotte Icheon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (골든벨 롯데이천)

12.1Km    2024-04-17

30, Iseopdaecheon-ro 321beon-gil, Hobeop-myeon, Icheon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Taepyeongmu Instruction Hall (태평무 전수관)

12.1Km    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.