Oryul Village
Oryul Village is a collection of small neighborhoods like Bamsil, Yeochagol, Buldangol, Siyanggol, and Odae, named after the ancient Odae Mountain ruins. The village is known for its abundance of oak trees, where some neighborhoods still produce high-quality hanji (traditional Korean paper). Legend has it that there used to be a pond at Namsan Mountain foothills in Oryul Village, but even though spring water still bubbles up through the thickets, the pond’s exact location remains a mystery. It is said that when the ancient Odae Temple was destroyed, its treasures were thrown into this pond. Siyanggol features a beekeeping complex for visitors to explore.
• Address (location): 5 Oyul-gil, Okjong-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Wonbucheon Village
As you follow the flow of the Seomjin River, passing through Akyang and Gyeomdunaru, and then turning into the road towards Jitongsaji, you will come across Wonbucheon Village nestled at the foot of the mountain. With Hyungje Bong supporting you from behind and the Seomjin River curving and flowing below, this neighborhood, aptly named as a rich (富) and warm (春) spring-like place, offers a picturesque view of Baekunsan Mountain across the river. Local residents affectionately refer to this place as Buchidong or Bulchuldong. Alongside the Buchun Valley, a paved asphalt road leads to a concrete-paved trail. There are also temporary restrooms and a scenic trail restroom along the path. Continuing along the trail, you will reach the entrance to the Hyungje Bong paragliding site, where the Georisan Circular Trail on the left is a flat dirt path.
• Address (location): Wonbuchon Village, Hwagae-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Experience the Charm of Uisin Village (Uisin Bear Village)
Uisin Village is a cozy village located in the picturesque Hwagae-dong valley upstream, where the scholar Choi Chiwon of the Unified Silla Dynasty once described it as a hidden gem in the mountains in his poem. The name of the village, Uisin, originates from a temple called Uisinsa that existed until the early Joseon period, and it flourished as Cheonghak-dong known for its pristine natural environment of Jirisan Mountain during the Joseon era. Preserving beautiful landscapes throughout the four seasons such as Jirisan Mountain and Uisin Valley, Uisin Village produces high-quality specialty products including mountain herbs, medicinal plants, pine mushrooms, and ginseng. It boasts various historical and cultural assets like the Seosan Daesa Ancient Trail where you can feel the footsteps of Seosan Daesa, the Jirisan History Museum where you can learn about the history of Jirisan, and Wontongam where Seosan Daesa practiced asceticism. Since 2014, it has been offering diverse ecological experience programs at the endangered species conservation center for Asiatic black bears and wildflower learning center.
• Address (location): 1405-4, Hwagae-ro, Hwagae-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Junggeum Village
Located in the Wanbuchun-Gatan section of the Jirisan Dulle-gil trail, Junggeum Village in Hadong offers some of the most picturesque scenery you will ever see, with its terraced tea fields cascading down steep hillsides. This area is known for its rich history of organic tea cultivation, with the Jeonggeum Pavilion perched at the top of the tea fields offering a panoramic view. In addition to the tea fields, visitors can also enjoy fields of roses of Sharon and a specially designed 2.7km path connecting the tea plantations of Junggeum to the Jirisan Dulle-gil trail. Take a leisurely stroll along this path, separate from the main trail, and immerse yourself in the aroma of green tea as you explore the beauty of Junggeum Village.
• Address (location): 172 Sanjeong-geum-ri, Hwagae-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Cheongti Village
Cheongti Village is a village with beautiful nature in all four seasons and rich food and sights. Known for its fertile land thanks to the majestic mountains since ancient times, it is referred to as Tongcheon in Myeongse, the owner of fertile land. Cheongti Village is located to the north of Sancheong County, to the south of Sacheon City, and to the east it borders the Sugok-myeon of Jinju City by the Deokcheon River. Located at the edge of Jirisan Mountain’s veins, Oksan offers a picturesque view born in all four seasons, attracting hikers year-round. The pristine Class 1 Deokcheon River flowing down from Jirisan is home to various freshwater fish such as minnows, catfish, loaches, carp, and shiners. This Deokcheon River flows around the village, warmly embracing the people within, truly embodying the harmony of heaven, earth, and humanity. There are several cultural heritages such as Oksan Seowon, honoring the spirit of Master Jeong Mong-ju, and Goseon Fortress steeped in the spirit of the Donghak Peasant Revolution, allowing visitors to feel the noble spirit of our ancestors.
• Address (location): 862 Goseongsan-donghak-ro, Okjong-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Chudong Village
Chudong Village is a tranquil village nestled at the foot of a mountain, with a few houses scattered around. Originally named after the walnut trees that once thrived here, the village is now abundant with persimmon, chestnut, and plum trees. Following a small stream alongside the village, you will come across a serene valley known as Norugol or Norangol. Located along the Jirisan Dulle-gil Trail between Gatn-Songjeong, Chudong Village can be reached by crossing a bridge from the nearby rural village and ascending a steep path. From the village, you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the Seomjin River and even catch a glimpse of the distant Hwangjangsan Mountain.
• Address (location): 339 Oksoo-ro, Oksung-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Pyeongchon Village
Along the flowing stream from Hadong Lake, you will find Pyeongchon Village nestled next to Cheongam Park in Cheongam-myeon. Known as a convenient transportation hub with buses to Hadong-eup passing through, Pyeongchon was also once called Changchon Village. With its picturesque landscape featuring a hill called Daepyeong, the name Changpyeong suits the village well. Some even say Pyeongchon was named “Dangsan Moli” due to the presence of Dangsan Hill behind Cheongamji Lake. Visitors can find convenient facilities in Pyeongchon Village where they can purchase walking essentials for the surrounding trails and enjoy a meal.
• Address (location): 8 Pyeongchon-gil, Akyang-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
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Haduk Village
Located between the Choe Champan Mansion in Park Kyung-ri’s novel ‘Toji’ and the Pyeongsa-ri Akyang Village Office, Haduk Village is known as a gallery mural village with narrow alleyways and unique charm. As you enter the village, you will find a stone monument explaining the origin of Haduk Village and the village shelter. ‘Seomdeung’ means being far away like an island in the local dialect, and the alleyways are filled with various artworks such as murals, sculptures, paintings, and installations. As part of the 2018 Village Art Project, art pieces are installed throughout the village. You can see works by many artists like Akyang’s expressions (Koo Hyun-joo), the dreaming rabbit and tortoise (Kim Jong-seon), the breathing earth (Moon Sung-joo), and the dreaming tree (Byun Dae-yong) placed all around.
• Address (location): Alleyang-myeon, Ipsok-ri, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Okjong Strawberry Village
Okjong Strawberry Village is located 6km southeast of the northern village in Okjong-myeon. To the east flows the Deokcheon River, across which lies Woneuri in Sugok-myeon, Jinju City. To the south are Wansa and Magok in Gomyeong-myeon, Sacheon City, while to the north is Daegok-ri and to the west are Jeongsuri. The northern village is composed of three villages: Todong, Sinchon, and Bulmu. The population of the northern village is around 100 households with about 210 people, mainly of the Jin-yang Jung family, along with Seong and Ha families among others. The front field in the neighborhood is a vast plain covering about 3,000 square meters, with fertile land and abundant water from the Deokcheon River, preventing droughts. Residents make a living through farming, particularly growing high-income strawberries in vinyl greenhouses nowadays. Visitors can directly experience and taste freshly harvested strawberries at the Okjong Strawberry Village’s strawberry greenhouse.
• Address (location): 7-4 Bukbanguhoe-gil, Okjong-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Hadong Jukdo Specialized Village for Geoduck
Hadong Specialized Village for Geoduck is located in Singi-ri, Hadong-eup, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do. Established in December 2009 with the aim of promoting the excellence and taste of Hadong geoduck, the village boasts many restaurants showcasing dishes such as geoduck soup, geoduck bibimbap, geoduck sashimi, and geoduck kalguksu. The village is conveniently situated near Hadong Station on the Gyeongjeon Line, and if traveling by car, you can easily access it by taking the Hadong or Jinwol Interchange off the Namhae Expressway.
• Address (location): Shingi-ri, Hadong-eup, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Hajonti Village
Hajonti Village is divided into Lower Jonti Village and Upper Jonti Village. Lower Jonti Village is situated below the mountains, offering a panoramic view of the entire village from the road. As you enter the village, a dense forest adds to its beauty. From Lower Jonti Village, the Geum Pojeong is the passageway that leads to Upper Jonti Village, passing through Yongsimjeong.
• Address (location): 51 Hajongil, Cheongam-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do
Haedul Meadow Ranch
The pristine area of Haedul Farm, where nature thrives, is located in the Jirisan Hadong region, exuding the scent of a clean natural environment and traditional culture. Set against a vast grassy backdrop, it overlooks the picturesque Ok Mountain, where various animals coexist harmoniously. Having been in operation for over 30 years, Haedul Farm raises cows in harmony with nature to produce valuable handmade dairy products from the milk they provide. They offer farm experiences, cheese-making workshops, pizza-making experiences, and various educational programs to the public. At Haedul Farm, visitors can directly experience how cows are fed and live, how dairy products are made, and learn about resource circulation in agriculture and rural communities. They produce yogurt and cheese from fresh milk produced by their cows, and operate professional dairy farming education and experiences. Currently, Haedul Farm is not only home to cows but also a variety of animal families including sheep, horses, and goats, making it a delightful farm experience for visitors.
• Address (location): 31-108, Yanggu 1-gil, Okjong-myeon, Hadong-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do