Introduction:
Located at the foot of Umyeonsan Mountain in Umyeon-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Gwanmunsa Temple had its ground-breaking ceremony in 1993 and construction was completed in October, 1998. The temple site has a total area 6,700 pyeong (22,148.76㎡) with 7 grou

 
Information:
Information Introduction Located at the foot of Umyeonsan Mountain in Umyeon-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Gwanmunsa Temple had its ground-breaking ceremony in 1993 and construction was completed in October, 1998
The temple site has a total area 6,700 pyeong (22,148
76㎡) with 7 ground levels and 4 basement levels
The temple was constructed with a mixture of modern and traditional Buddhism architecture forms
Inside the temple, cutting-edge facilities are used for various cultural events, conferences, and sacred ceremonies
Located near Cheonggyesan Mountain, Umyeonsan Mountain, and Yangjaecheon Stream, the temple is near many natural spots visitors can enjoy
In particular, Umyeonsan Mountain (alt
293m) where Gwanmunsa Temple is located gets its name as the mountain is shaped like a sprawling cow (the Chinese character 'U' (우) means cow)
The temple site was chosen as it is considered an auspicious area
Designated as a City Park and managed by Seoul-si, Umyeonsan Mountain has several valleys with clear small fountains and a dense forest with a variety of animals and plants


Telephone: +82-2-3460-5300 Closed N/A (Open all year round) Activity Information [Gwanmunsa Temple Stay] * Today’s Healing (Permanent Program / One Day Program / One Night Two Days Program / Two Nights and Three Days Program) - Program Contents: Temple basic etiquette, temple guide, lunch, making of lotus lantern, making of 108 Buddhist prayer beads, talking with a monk, and etc
* More information is available on the homepage or via phone-inquiry
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