Explanation
Situated at the foot of Taehwasan Mountain in Gongju, Magoksa Temple was established in 640. It is reputed to protect its occupants from war, and indeed, the temple survived the Japanese invasion of Korea (also known as the Imjin War; 1592-1598) and the Korean War (1950-1953). It houses numerous cultural heritage items, and visitors can participate in the Templestay program to experience life in a Korean Buddhist temple.
Inquiry
+82-41-841-6220
Homepage
www.magoksa.or.kr
www.gongju.go.kr
Information Use
World Heritage
Years experience : Open to visitors of all ages
Experience Guide : Templestay
Contact and Information : +82-041-841-6220~3
Parking facilities : Available
Day off : N/A (Open all year round)
Hours : Open 24 hr
More information
Available Facilities
Templestay facility, restaurant, museum
Restrooms
Available
Admission Fees
Individuals - Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 1,000 won
Groups - Adults 2,500 won / Teenagers 1,000 won / Children 500 won
* Groups - 30 people or more
* Free admission: Senior citizens (ages 65 & older), preschoolers (under elementary school students)
Location
966 Magoksa-ro, Sagok-myeon, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do