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Dosan Seowon (Confucian Academy)
  • Address
    154, Dosanseowon-gil, Dosan-myeon, Andong-si
  • Phone
    +82-54-840-6576
  • Admission fee
    Please refer to the table below
  • Parking
    Small Vehicles 2,000 won / Large Vehicles 4,000 won
  • Unesco
    Designated as part of “Seowon, Korean Neo-Confucian Academies” in 2019
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Description
  • Seowon (Confucian Academy)
  • Designation: Historic Site No. 170 (May 28, 1969)
  • Era : Joseon Dynasty
  • Area : 324,945㎡

Dosan Seowon is a Confucian academy enshrining Yi Hwang (pen name: Toegye), one of the most renowned Confucian scholars of the Joseon Dynasty. In 1561 (the 16th year of King Myeongjong), Yi Hwang built Dosan Seodang on this site, dedicating himself to academic study and moral cultivation. After his passing, his disciples proposed to establish a seowon here. In 1572 (5th year of King Seonjo), they decided to enshrine his spirit tablet at Sangdeoksa Shrine, and construction of the academy began in 1574 and was completed in 1576. King Seonjo granted the name “Dosan Seowon,” and its plaque was inscribed by Han Ho, who was then considered the foremost calligrapher of the time. The academy is divided into two main sections: the Dosan Seodang and the seowon complex. Dosan Seodang, the oldest structure on the site, is where Yi Hwang once taught students. It reflects his scholarly values and his commitment to a life of simplicity and integrity.

Opening hours
season Time REMARKS
Summer 09:00-18:00 Last admission 17:30
Winter 09:00-17:00 Last admission 17:30