Bongeunsa Temple - מדריך אודיו חינמי

Seoul, South Korea

봉은사, 531, 봉은사로, 삼성동, 삼성1동, 강남구, 서울특별시, 06087, 대한민국

Photo I took of Bongeunsa in August 2024
Immanuelle, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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Bongeunsa, a historic Korean Buddhist temple located in Gangnam District, Seoul, was founded in 794 AD during the Silla Dynasty. It is renowned for its serene atmosphere and the impressive Mireuk Daebul statue of Maitreya. The temple offers a Temple Stay program where visitors can experience monk life and traditional Buddhist meals. Bongeunsa is a vibrant cultural site, reflecting Korea's rich Buddhist heritage, especially during the Joseon period when it gained prominence. The temple is accessible via public transport and welcomes visitors year-round. Admission is free.