Published Date : Dec 03, 2014 / Edited Date : Jul 25, 2024
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Maitreya Buddha
Bongeunsa is a Buddhist temple founded in 794 during the Silla (one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea) period. The temple has more than 1,000 years of history and has many interesting historic and cultural features, including woodblock carvings of the Avatamsaka Sutra (Flower Garland Sutra). The temple is also a very popular tourist destination, offering various programs relating to traditional Korean Buddhist culture, in a variety of languages.
Bongeunsa is more than a just temple. It provides a place to relax for busy city people and also gives people a chance to reflect upon themselves. The templestay program gives an opportunity to experience everyday life in the temple, which includes traditional Korean Buddhist culture and practices. Visitors can experience some simple Buddhist practices such as the daily dawn service, Korean Zen meditation, Dado (a tea drinking ceremony), and Balwoogongyang (a Buddhist meal with traditional bowls). Every May on Buddha's birthday, Bongeunsa holds the Lotus Lantern Festival on nearby Samseong-don g.
Easy access from Bongeunsa metro and free entry. Drop some money in the donation box. Surrounded by the city the location is part of the charm. Main attraction is giant Buddha. But lots of other...
mikegK5065EG2024-10-02
A lovely temple
Right across from the aquarium.
Make sure you check it out.
Colorful and beautiful water lillys and lanterns.
Climb up for the frat view and the huge statue.
bukagirl2024-06-30
Very peaceful
I loved the place, it gave me an incredible peace being there. For my daughter was interesting too, we walked around, sat for a while and enjoyed the view. We were able to build a castle with stones...
PuppitaSwe2024-06-22
Absolutely stunning
Wow what an incredible place!
We took the green line subway to stop 219 and walked through the Coex mall to find it.
We went to the tourist information building when we arrived and the man...
TJeinsteinwood2024-04-10
Excellent Temple
I was really glad I stopped here. The temple has several buildings and is very colorful. The building at the top is particularly impressive.
I got lucky and got to hear their band rehearse. It...
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Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office and Seoul culture and tourism guide are not liable for the safety accidents during the Seoul Guided Walking Tour.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
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