[The World in Korea]Rest and Relaxation at Asan Mediterranean Village
Asan Mediterranean Village, located at 55-7, Tangjeongmyeonro 8-gil,
Asan, is a themed village that aims to provide visitors with rest and
relaxation. It was d by a group of 64 families who were forced
to relocate in the wake of the construction of a Samsung Display
company. Sharing similar thoughts about the relocation and maintenance
of their community, the families decided to establish the themed
village on the land offered for their resettlement.
The village is divided into three districts: Provence, Parthenon, and
Santorini. The pretty buildings in the Provence district display
Provençal architecture in harmony with pastoral scenery; elegant
marble columns and level roofs can be found in the Parthenon district,
reminding onlookers of the Greek temple of the same name; and the
Santorini district shines with white buildings topped with blue domes.
The village gives off a comfortable, welcoming, European atmosphere,
reflecting the founders’ wish to make it a place of rest and
relaxation. The alleys that link the districts feel familiar, allowing
visitors to feel as if they are walking around a friendly garden, not
along a road. In addition to the Mediterranean scenery, the village
features photo zones, charming cafes, and gourmet restaurants. Every
year, visitors flock to the village to photograph its distinctive
views and enjoy its unique atmosphere and flavor.
Written by Lee Haeng-rim
Illustrated by EEWHA