Korean Folk Village – A cultural destination not to be missed when traveling to Korea in the summer

Korean Folk Village is a traditional destination that attracts tourists during their summer trip to Korea. Not just a tourist attraction, it is also a “living museum” of Joseon Dynasty culture, where you can step into the past, feel the lifestyle, architecture and spirit of ancient Koreans.

Introduction to Korean Folk Village

A corner of a Korean ethnic village with a row of ancient hanoks among green trees in the summer. (Photo: Collected)

Korean Folk Village is located in Yongin City, Gyeonggi Province, about an hour away from Seoul. It is an open-air museum model that faithfully recreates life during the Joseon Dynasty with over 270 preserved traditional hanok houses, old markets, aristocratic houses, village schools, and craft villages.

Tourists who love traditional Korean tourism will find it hard to ignore the Korean Folk Village – a place that preserves the ancient village atmosphere in a large and lively space. Especially in the summer, this place becomes an ideal destination to escape the suffocating heat, immerse yourself in nature and traditional culture.

The ideal time to visit the Korean Folk Village

Korean Folk Village – Unique cultural destination in Korea. (Photo: Collected)

Summer tourism in Korean folk villages brings visitors a cool and pleasant experience because of the green space covering the entire village. Bamboo groves, ancient trees and clear lakes create harmony between hanok architecture and nature. Summer is also the occasion for many traditional cultural activities, helping visitors feel more clearly the national spirit and cultural identity of Korea in daily life.

Experience culture and entertainment at Korean Folk Village

Horse riding performance at Korean Folk Village. (Photo: Collected)

  Folk art performance

One of the highlights of traveling to Korea in the summer is admiring special performances such as Samulnori drum dance, tightrope acrobatics, horseback riding and reenactments of Joseon Dynasty royal court ceremonies.

Experience traditional crafts

Visitors can try making Hanji paper, ceramics, lacquerware or learn traditional weaving. This is a distinct highlight of Korean Folk Village, making a summer trip to Korea meaningful and full of experiences.

Folk games and family entertainment area

Folk games such as tug of war, ring tossing, shuttlecock kicking, and bamboo jumping are held daily, especially suitable for families with young children or groups of young people exploring Korean ethnic villages during a summer tour to Korea.

Ancient virtual living space

Every frame in Korean Folk Village is imbued with ancient style. Wearing hanbok, posing among hanok houses or next to yellow earthen walls, you will have "super cool" photos as if coming out of a Korean historical drama.

Traditional cuisine at Korean Folk Village

Souvenir shopping and dining area at the Korean Folk Village. (Photo: Collected)

The cuisine here recreates the original rural dishes of the past such as naengmyeon cold noodles, spicy rice cakes, mixed rice in clay pots, ginseng chicken, and bindaetteok pancakes. After visiting, sitting under the cool shade of bamboo and enjoying traditional dishes is an experience not to be missed in the summer travel itinerary to Korea.

How to get to Korean Folk Village and things to note when visiting in the summer

Check the daily performance schedule in advance to not miss any special shows. (Photo: Collected)

From downtown Seoul , you can take the subway to Suwon Station, then take bus number 10 or 5001-1. Or more conveniently, you can book a day tour or rent a private car if you are traveling in a group.

Note:

• Bring water, a wide-brimmed hat and sunscreen.
• Plan ahead so you don't miss show times.
• If you want to wear hanbok, you should choose morning for better and cooler photos.
• Respect heritage space, limit noise in old house area.

Summer travel to Korea is not only about the sea, islands or amusement parks. A visit to the Korean Folk Village will open up a world of profound and authentic traditions. This is a journey “back in time” to the past, where you not only see but also truly live and feel. If you are planning your upcoming trip to Korea, don’t forget to include the Korean Folk Village in your itinerary. A destination that is both informative and inspiring for a memorable summer!

Source: https://www.vietravel.com/vn/am-thuc-kham-pha/du-lich-han-quoc-mua-he-diem-den-van-hoa-korean-folk-village-v17326.aspx