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Abai Village (아바이 마을)

Abai Village (아바이 마을)

Introduction

Located in Cheongho-dong, Abai Village bears a history of displaced people’s distress. The village was formed by refugees of the Korean War from North Korea, mainly from Hamgyeong-do Province. The word “abai” is a dialect of Hamgyeong-do that means a friendly old man like a grandfather. Visitors to Abai Village can get a sense of displaced people’s life and story, which fade away into a chapter of history. Although it has lost its original appearance now, old shacks without a gate still remain here and there. Mural paintings on the wall show the sentiment of nostalgia about their hometown and express sorrow and hard life of displaced people, who lived from hand to mouth by fishing and doing physical labor. The original houses built by refugees in the village were restored into the Refugee Village at the Sokcho Museum. Abai Village is also known as a filming location for the Korean TV drama Autumn in My Heart, attracting a lot of visitors and becoming a major attraction in Sokcho. The restaurant alley is packed with cafes and North Korean food restaurants serving local dishes such as Hamheung-style cold buckwheat noodles, stuffed squid, and North Korean-style sausage soup.

Basic Information

Address 122-1 Cheongho-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do (24884)
Website www.abai.co.kr
Last Updated 2025/03/16
Information +82-33-633-3171
Parking Available

Additional Information

Hiking Course
Film Locations KBS drama "Autumn in My Heart (2000)"
Parking Fees Free
Restrooms Available
Available Facilities
Interpretation Services Offered

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