In Episode 9, D&M embarked on their ninth journey to Gyeongsangbuk-do. This village is the settlement site of Pungsan Yu’s Clan. According to legend, it had been prosperous since the generation of brothers Yu Un-ryong and Yu Seong-ryong, who were famous scholars during the mid-Joseon Dynasty. It has beautiful scenic views and unique geographical features, being surrounded with the meandering Nakdonggang River making S-shaped curves. Before the Yu clan settled and formed a clan village for themselves, other clans such as the Heo and An clans had probably lived there. This village is divided into Namchon (south town) and Bukchon (north town). It is famous for the traditional Hahoe Byeolsingut Tallori (Mask Dance Drama of Hahoe). Thus, it has kept many ancient cultural assets. In particular, the masks for the byeolsingut (shaman ritual) are designated as National Treasure. The masks are presumed to have been made during the Goryeo Dynasty, suggesting the long history of this village. Buseoksa Temple, located on the hillside of Bonghwangsan Mountain, was built by Buddhist monk Uisang in 676 (the 16th year of the reign of King Munmu of the Silla Dynasty) by royal order. According to Samguk yusa (Memorabilia of the Three Kingdoms), a woman who adored Uisang was transformed into a dragon and followed him to this area upon his return form a period of study in the Tang Dynasty. Then she defeated a band of thieves hiding out in this area before resting behind Muryangsujeon Hall. Stone lanterns generally represent the light of Buddha, and are usually placed in front of important structures such as a main prayer hall or a pagoda. The graceful masterpiece is considered the most beautiful and harmoniously proportioned stone lantern produced in the Unified Silla Period. Notably, the stone lantern looks more prominent thanks to the Bodhisattva image elaborately carved on the four faces of the niche. ㅇ Hahoe Village, Andong : Hahoe-ri, Pungcheon-myeon, Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do ㅇ Buseoksa Temple : Buseoksa Temple, 345, Buseoksa-ro, Buseok-myeon, Yeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do - @puuung1