Andong is a quiet and peaceful city with a rich history - it became a center of Confucianism in Korea during the Joseon Dynasty.

Nestled in the countryside of North Gyeongsang Province, Andong Hwahoe Maeul is a village of traditional Korean homes that represent Joseon architecture. It is also famous for its traditional Korean mask-dance festival, traditional Korean inns, and local cuisine such as Andong Jjimddak (chicken and noodles) and Andong Soju (hard liquor). There are also mask and soju museums in the village.

Check out the following sites for more information:
Andong Maskdance Festival
Korea Tourism Organization
Hwahoe Village