Hadong County (Korean: 하동군; RR: Hadong-gun) is a county in South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. It is located on the far-west side of the province, bordering South Jeolla Province. The county office is located at Hadeong-eup. Hadong was originally called Dasachon (다사촌; 大沙县, "county of much sand") when it was a part of the Jin state.

Sep 23, 2022 · Hadong Travel Guide, South Korea. One of the harder-to-get-there destinations that’s worth the extra effort. Perfect for tea lovers, misty mountain temple adventures, and quiet nights in the Korean countryside.

Aug 9, 2020 · The Hadong green tea region is considered to be one of Korea’s last refreshing rural areas that didn’t experience too much of an explosion of industrial development like other parts of the country. That’s why Hadong is a popular destination for those who wish to escape the bustle of city living.

Jun 17, 2024 · Hadong, a picturesque county in South Gyeongsang Province, is one of the three major tea-producing regions in South Korea, alongside Boseong in South Jeolla Province and Jeju Island.

Visiting Hadong for Perfect Sunday Tea. With bellies full from a quick meal of makgeolli and pajeon—even on a not-rainy day—we drive to Hadong’s Green Tea festival site but a week after festivities had just wrapped up during the previous weekend. After three months of spring and summer festivals, I’m burned out on the crowds and thought ...

Mar 12, 2025 · Hadong, Korea’s oldest tea cultivation site, embodies a legacy of elegance and tradition spanning over a thousand years.

May 17, 2023 · Hadong’s wild tea has a storied past that dates back centuries. The fertile soil, pristine air, and temperate climate of Hadong provide the perfect conditions for cultivating exceptional tea leaves.

Following last month’s relaxing Temple Stay, the fourth edition of Asia Society Korea’s Travel Series takes us off the beaten track with a visit to the stunning Hadong County in South Gyeongsang Province.

Jun 12, 2017 · You will not find Hadong on very many top-10 or must-see lists, but that is a huge part of the charm. While this quaint town does very little to draw attention to itself, it manages to encapsulate, perfectly, the spirit of South Korea in one effortless swoop.

Nov 28, 2017 · Hadong County is a county in South Gyeongsang province, South Korea, and is one of the most well-known tea-growing regions in Korea. It is the southwesternmost county on the mainland of South Gyeongsang, and it borders South Jeolla to the west, although it does not directly border the tea-growing region of Boseong.