Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju) (관음사(제주))
2025-04-01
660 Sallokbuk-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
Gwaneumsa Temple is a historic Buddhist temple located about 650m up on the slopes of Hallasan Mountain. The road leading to the temple is exceptionally scenic, framed by cedar trees and adorned vibrant with chrysanthemum flowers, creating a striking yellow path. The temple grounds host siginificant structures such as the Cheonwangmun Gate, Daeungjeon Hall, and the Gwaneumgul Cave. For visitor convenience, the complex includes a café and a restaurant specializing in Buddhist temple cuisine. Additionally, the temple offers a templestay program, providing guests with a unique opportunity to engage in rest and meditation, embracing the tranquil solitude of the temple environment.
Yeongcheon Eunhaesa Temple (은해사 (영천))
2021-12-21
951, Cheongtong-ro, Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
+82-54-335-3318
Eunhaesa Temple, located on Palgongsan Mountain in Yeongcheon city, Gyeongsangbuk-do, is one of two major temples on the mountain along with Donghwasa Temple.
The temple was founded by Monk Hyecheol and was given the name Haeansa Temple in the first year of King Heondeok’s reign during the Silla Kingdom (AD 809), but was moved to the current site in the Joseon dynasty in 1546 (the first year of King Myeongjong). Upon its relocation, King Injong of Joseon dynasty was commemorated with a new lecture hall along with a memorial stone plaque where the king's umbilical cord was buried and sealed. It was then when the temple was also given its current name, Eunhaesa Temple.
The temple houses the main shrine, Bohwaru pavilion, Seolseondan Hall, Shimgeondang Hall, eight small hermitages, as well as Baegeungam Temple, Jungangam Temple, and a professional Buddhist education institution, the Eunhaesa Buddhist University. Eunhaesa Temple is home to a National Treasure, Geojoamyongsanjeon Hall, and Treasure, Baekheungamgeukrakjeon Hall. It also contains Treasure, the Sunidan Buddha Platform; Treasure, the Wunbuamcheongdongbosal Seated Buddha Statue; and Treasure, the Eunhaesa Temple Gwaebultaeng hanging Buddha picture. The area is also close to the Seongbu Museum, which exhibits cultural assets from Eunhaesa Temple and the neighboring areas, as well as popular tourist attractions such as Geukrakgul grotto of Jungangam temple (Hwaeomgul Grotto), Geondeul Rock, Manyeonsong Pine Tree, Ganggunsu Waters, and Anheungpokpo Falls of Gigiam Temple.
Samhwasa Temple (삼화사)
2020-03-27
584, Mureung-ro, Donghae-si, Gangwon-do
+82-33-534-7661
Samhwasa Temple is located near the entrance of the Mureung Valley of Dutasan Mountain in the City of Donghae, Gangwon Province. The one-thousand year old, small but historical temple falls under the supervision of Woljeongsa Temple. It was originally named “Geukryeondae” when built by monk Jijangyulsa during the eleventh year of Queen Seonseok of the Silla Kingdom (AD 642). In 864 it was renamed Samgongam by the chief monk, and during the reign of King Taejo of the Goryeo dynasty, it changed to the current name, Samhwasa Temple.
The temple houses the main shrine (also called Yaksajeon), Jeokkwangjeon, Beomjonggak pavilion, Geukrakjeon shrine, Birojeon shrine, Chilseongdan shrine, and Muhyanggak pavilion. The temple is also home to national treasures No. 1277 (three story stone pagoda) and No. 1292 (steel sitting Buddha statue).
Samhwasa Temple operates a school teaching Buddhism and offers temple stay programs providing a beautiful, serene experience of temple life.
Lotus Lantern International Meditation Center (연등국제선원)
2020-02-06
349-60, Ganghwadong-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-937-7033
The Lotus Lantern International Meditation Center was founded in 1997 by Monk Wonmyoung as a site for foreigners to practice seon meditation.The center features five main buildings and a large garden area. The center is serviced by monks from various countries, including America, Switzerland, Russia, and other Asian countries. Foreigners can easily learn the practice of seon meditation by participating in the English lectures and short-term programs.
Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울))
2021-11-02
117, Hwagyesa-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
+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.
Myogaksa Temple-Seoul (묘각사 (서울))
2020-01-31
31, Jong-ro 63ga-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Located east of Naksan Mountain at Sungin-dong, Jongno-gu in Seoul, Myogaksa Temple offers the urbanites a chance to experience Temple Stay. Since 2002, Myogaksa Temple has run its special Temple Stay program titled “Free from All Anxiety”, which sees a growing number of foreign participants every year. Moreover, you may also have a chance to experience Korean traditional culture as well as get to know Korean history better through interesting stories.
Sono Belle Byeonsan Ocean Play (소노벨 변산 오션플레이)
2024-04-07
51, Byeonsanhaebyeon-ro, Buan-gun, Jeonbuk-do
+82-1588-4888
Sono Belle Byeonsan Ocean Play is located next to Gyeokpo Beach on Byeonsan Peninsula. This luxurious resort is patterned after Normandy Beach and its European-style architecture. With an ocean view throughout the facility, the water park provides guests with various entertainments including an indoor pool, outdoor wave pool, waterslides, baths, sauna and more.
Jangheung Cheongwansa Temple (천관사(장흥))
2021-11-29
1272-473, Chilgwan-ro, Jangheung-gun, Jeollanam-do
+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.
Cheongwansan Literature Park (천관산 문학공원)
2019-10-03
Yeonji-ri, Jangheung-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-860-0224
Cheongwansan Literature Park is located on the outskirts of Cheongwansan Mountain in Jangheung. The mountain itself is known for a unique array of odd-shaped rocks and ridges, attracting many visitors year-round.
Jangheung is nicknamed ‘Literature Town’ for its history of producing outstanding writers. The park commemorates these writers and their development of the modern style of Korean poems, novels, and essays (including Song Gi-suk, Han Seung-won, and Lee Cheong-jun) with a total of 54 monuments; each displaying the best of each writer’s works. A separate monument (7 stories/15m) contains works and handwritten manuscripts by 35 writers and their chronologies in capsules. In addition, over 460 stone towers leading to Tapsansa Temple await visitors.
Seonsu Port (Hupohang Port) (후포항 선수포구)
2021-06-16
Haeannam-ro 2903beon-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-934-7500
Seonsu Port, officially named Hupohang Port, is the largest port on Ganghwado Island, located near Dongmak Beach. Fishing boats anchored here often travel to and from waters near Seongmodo Island, known as a fishery of large-eyed herring. Visitors will find several hoe (sliced raw fish) restaurants along the port, serving hoe prepared with freshly caught seafood.
The seaside destination is close to many nearby attractions including Jeondeungsa Temple, Dongmak Beach, and a scenic drive along the coast of Ganghwado Island. The port is also known for romantic sunsets which are best enjoyed when viewed from between the port and Dongmak Beach.
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