Published Date : Jan 15, 2014 / Edited Date : Sep 03, 2024
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Gilsangsa Temple was once one of the foremost yojeong, a place where powerful men used to convene behind the scenes.The temple is named after the woman who donated the buildings, a gisaeng (a female entertainer and/or courtesan) named Kim Yeong-han who had a change of heart after reading "Non-Possession" by Venerable Beopjeong Sunim. The monk initially denied her request, but in 1995 decided to turn the buildings into a temple. As a result, the temple has a very unusual atmosphere because it kept many of its original features. The temple is highly regarded for its involvement in cultural exchanges with other religions, and its programs to help visitors experience Buddhism.
Opening hours vary depending on the ceremony and temple schedule. Please refer to the website.
Days of Operation
All year round
Facilities for the Disabled
Accessible Restrooms
Address
68, Seonjam-ro 5-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
Transportation
Subway Line 4, Hansung Univ. Station, Exit 6. Walk to the Samseongyo/Seongbuk Cultural Center bus stop (65m, 2-minute walk.) Take Bus No. Seongbuk 02 and get off at Gilsangsa.
Gilsangsa Shrine is a beautiful Buddhist shrine with traditional-looking architecture but its history is fairly recent. There were signs stating that the monks were on a retreat so we proceeded...
cristoph20102023-07-15
Gilsangsa Shrine
Храм является местом, где когда-то собирались влиятельные люди своего времени. Одна женщина пожертвовала помещения и в 1995 году постройку превратили в храм.
The temple is a place where influential...
Insta_natytravel2022-10-25
Peaceful respite
A peaceful respite from the bustle of Seoul. You won’t find many Buddhist statues or colorful dancheong psinted buildings but you will peace and harmony between the natural and built environment. A 9...
lotsotripsneedsleep2022-10-23
Boring, I'm afraid.
You may hear people recommend this temple, but I'm afraid it is over-rated. The entrance gate promises much, but the remainder of the place is - for a better word - boring. Go to Taiwan instead if...
Rapwalk2021-04-27
Beautiful temple in Seoul Seongbuk-gu.
C ( 20.12.22 )
This temple was located in Seoul Seonbuk-gu area. This area was good to walk with various shape, and the temple was located in end of road. The temple had beautiful architecture, and...
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Reservations must be made at least three days prior to the tour date.
Additional reservations, one or two days before the tour starts, are only allowed for the tour that is already fixed.
In the case of group tour, more than 10people, please contact us by e-mail.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Please refrain from participating in any tour programs should you be experiencing any symptoms, including fever, coughing, congestion, muscle pain, stuffy nose, and/or sore throat.
Reservations for tourists 14 years & under without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
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.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)
The Seoul Guided Walking Tour administration office and tour guide affiliates are not responsible for any accidents that happen to occur during the tour program.
Reservation shall be made at least 1 week before the tour day.
The course is for tourists with mobility problems (Senior, people with disability, stroller user).
You may not use the course without an assistant (or companion) ※ At least one assistant shall accompany a tourist with mobility problem ※ In case of electric assisting device users (electric wheelchair, electric scooter users), one assistant may accompany up to 4 tourists with mobility problem
Reservation may be canceled when a guide is unavailable on the desired date and course.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office (02-6925-0777) will contact you to confirm reservation. (At least 5 days~1 month before tour day) Reservation may be canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office cannot reach you for more than 3 times.
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.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)