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Anseong Seoknamsa Temple (석남사(안성)) - Homepage : - Tel : Seoknamsa Temple is located at the northeastern foot of Seounsan Mountain, 12 kilometers from Anseong. It’s a small temple but the view of stone steps leading up from the temple entrance to the Daeungjeon Hall is worth seeing. Seoknamsa Temple is known to have been presided by prominent monks such as Monk Hyegeo in the Goryeo dynasty. It is also where hundreds of monks in training stayed and practiced Buddhism at the time. The Daeungjeon Hall, which has three rooms on the front and three rooms on the sides, looks simple yet imposing with its gabled roof with double-layer eaves. The building with a hipped and gable roof resembling a crane flying right below the Daeungjeon Hall harmonizes with the Yeongsanjeon Hall. Seoknamsa Temple, which looms over the site, exudes a charm that immerses visitors with the energy of Seounsan Mountain. The Yeongsanjeon Hall also has a hipped and gable roof and three rooms in front and two room...

Beomeosa Temple (Busan) (범어사(부산)) - Homepage : www.beomeo.kr/ - Tel : +82-51-508-3122 Beomeosa Temple, built in the Silla dynasty in 678, stands as a historic site known for producing outstanding monks. Situated amidst the splendid landscape of Geumjeongsan Mountain, it boasts a long tradition and rich history, housing numerous cultural relics. Visitors can experience the daily life of monk through templestay. - Address : 250 Beomeosa-ro, Geumjeong-gu, Busan ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : - Experienceable age : - Experience guide : Templestay - Inquiries and Guides • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-51-508-3122 - Open date : - Parking : Available - Rest date : N/A (Open all year round) - Use season : - Use time 08:00-17:00 - Hiking Course : Beomeosa Temple parking lot - Naewonam Hermitage - Godangbong Peak - Bukmun (North) Gate - Jeongsuam Hermitage - Sanseong Village (9 km, 2 hr 40 min) - Restrooms :...

Order of St. Benedict Waegwan Abbey (성베네딕도회 왜관수도원) - Homepage : www.osb.kr/ - Tel : The Order of St. Benedict Waegwan Abbey, established by monks from the German Order of St. Benedict, serves as a sanctuary of peace and spirituality in South Korea. These monks sought refuge during the Korean War, fleeing religious persecution following the closure of the Abbey of the Holy Cross at Yenki in Manchuria and Tokwon Abbey in North Korea. In adherence to the teachings and spirit of St. Benedict, the monks at Waegwan Abbey dedicate themselves to a life of work and prayer, actively participating in Catholic evangelization and social work. Additionally, they contribute to the community through various initiatives, including publishing and printing at Bundo Book, managing farms, and running educational projects.  - Address : 61 Gwanmun-ro, Waegwan-eup, Chilgok-gun, Gyeongsangbuk-do ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : - Experienceable age : - Experience guide : Not available - Inq...

Odaesan Seonjaegil Trail (오대산 선재길) - Homepage : odae.knps.or.kr - Tel : +82-33-332-6417 Seonjaegil Trail, a course famous for its beautiful foliage along the valley in autumn, is a 9-kilometer forest road from Woljeongsa Temple to Sangwonsa Temple. It is a path that monks and Buddhists used to walk. Travelers can meet the culture of the past through the traces of old people while strolling along the trail, and see various animals and plants as they pass through the forest tunnel that embraces Odaecheon Stream. This course is recommended for couples who want to enjoy a date, the elderly, and families traveling with children. - Address : 374-8 , Odaesan-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : - Experienceable age : - Inquiries and Guides +82-33-332-6417 - Open period : - Parking : Available - Parking fee : - Reservation fee : - Rest date : - Scale : - Use fee : - Use time : - Reference Notes : * Seonjaegil Trail is an easy course great for...

Jangheung Cheongwansa Temple (천관사(장흥)) - Homepage : cafe.daum.net/kkk7773 - Tel : +82-61-867-2954 Cheongwansa Temple is situated in the middle of Cheongwansan Mountain and is believed to have been built by Monk Tongyeong during the Silla Kingdom. It was once home to over 1,000 monks in its 89 buildings. Beneath the temple’s humble exterior is an impressive collection of cultural properties including Cheongwansa Three-Story Pagoda (Treasure), Cheongwansa Seokdeung (stone lantern), Five-Story Pagoda, and Jangheung Tapsansaji Seokdeung (stone lantern). In addition, Cheongwansan Mountain is known for beautiful camellias in spring and gorgeous silver grass in fall as well as an array of fascinating rock formations. Visitors can also enjoy the views of Dadohae (an archipelago) from the top of the mountain. - Address : 1272-473, Chilgwan-ro, Jangheung-gun, Jeollanam-do ※ Introduction Information - Ccapacity : - Experienceable age : - Inquiries and Guides • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-13...

Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울)) - Homepage : www.hwagyesa.org www.templestay.com - Tel : +82-2-902-2663 Hwagyesa Temple was built in 1522 (the seventeenth year of the reign of King Jungjong of the Joseon dynasty) by monk Shinwol, but was destroyed in a fire in 1618. It was rebuilt the following year, and expanded In 1866 through the efforts of Monks Yongseon and Beomun. The temple also has various templestay programs for visitors. Hwagyesa Temple is located not too far from the city but also provides a natural environment. - Address : 117, Hwagyesa-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul ※ Introduction Information - Inquiries and Guides • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-2-902-2663 - Parking : Available - Rest date : N/A (Open all year round) - Restrooms : Available This work was created by the Korea Tourism Organization for 21 years and opened as the first type of public Nuri. You can download it for free from the Korea Tourism Organiz...

Suncheon Songgwangsa Temple (송광사 (순천)) - Homepage : www.songgwangsa.org www.templestay.com - Tel : +82-61-755-0107 Songgwangsa Temple is located on the west side of Jogyesan Mountain, and is a famous sambosachal in Korea, along with Haeinsa Temple and Tongdosa Temple. Songgwangsa Temple has produced many high monks, earning recognition as a seungbo temple. The temple has 27 cultural assets and approximately 80 buildings. - Address : 100, Songgwangsaan-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do ※ Introduction Information - Experienceable age : Open to visitors of all ages - Inquiries and Guides • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-61-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-755-0107 - Parking : Available - Rest date : N/A (Open all year round) - Use time Summer season 06:00-19:00 Winter season 07:00-18:00 - Admission Fees : Individual: Adults 3,000 won / Students 2,000 won Group (30 or more people): Adults 2,500 won / Students 1,500 won * Free admission: Preschoolers * ...