Introduction: 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 g
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Information: Information Introduction 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 Telephone: +82-2-763-3345, 3109 E-Mail myogaktemple@naver com Map Activity Information Naksan Temple Myogak, the day of Life Temple - Topic: put down my heart - Please bring your personal belongings, shoes, socks and toothbrush Uniforms, shoes, identification tags, individual lockers are offered by the temple as well asa room with bedding, toiletries (shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, towels and etc ) and water - How to participate: make reservation via Website, e-mail myogaktemple@naver com or phone reservation (+82-2-763-3109) - Fees: Temple Stay (Adults 95,000 won / Teenagers 80,000 won), Temple Life (Adults 50,000 won / Teenagers 40,000 won) * Programs are designed for people who want to experience Korean Traditions and Buddhism * Regular programs include an orientation, making 108 prayer beads, bell-striking, the Buddhist ceremony, gongyang, meditation, early morning hiking, tea ceremony, dialogues with monks, etc * Special programs include experiencing Eight Holy Scenes from the Buddha's Life, making lotus lanterns, sutra, copying practice, and formal onastic meal* English will be used in the programs, when there are many foreign participants * Towels, toothbrushes, comfortable footwear should be prepared by participants [2 days & 1 night Program (The program is subject to change )] Day 1 14:30-15:00: Filling out application and preparing for Opening: Ceremony Assigning individual lockers and distributing name tags Learning temple etiquettes 15:00-16:30: Opening: Ceremony and Introduction of Sunims 16:30-18:00: Making 108 prayer beads 18:00-19:00: Evening bell-striking and evening Buddhist ceremony 19:00-20:00: Temple dinner 20:00-21:30: Meditation 21:30- : SleepDay 2 03:20-04:00: Getting up and Preparing for Predawn Buddhist service 04:00-05:00: Bell-striking and Predawn Service 05:00-06:00: Early Morning Meditation 06:00-07:00: Taking a walk in Naksan Park 07:00-08:30: Temple breakfast 08:30-09:30: Tea Ceremony 09:30-10:00: Taking photos together and writing reviews 10:00- : Closing Ceremony [1 day program (The program is subject to change )] 13:00-13:30: Registration Assigning individual lockers and distributing name tags 13:30-14:30: Orientation and Introduction of Sunims (Buddhist monks) 14:30-16:00: Learning the meaning of 108 prostrations and making 108 prayer beads 16:00-17:00: Tea Ceremony and Conversation with Sunims 17:00-: Taking photos together and Closing Ceremony Activity Dates Saturdays, Sundays Parking Facilities Available Admission Fees [Temple Stay: 2 Days Program] Adults: 95,000 won / Teenagers & Children: 80,000 won [Temple Stay: 1 Day Program] Adults: 50,000 won / Teeangers & Children: 40,000 won * Program details and prices are subject to change Restrooms Available Facilities for the Handicapped Not available Reservation: Info for Natives Reservation: can be made through website (www myogaksa net) and/or E-mail - Inquiries: +82-2-763-3345, 3109 - E-mail: myogaktemple@naver com Reservation: Info for Foreigners Register for the Temple Stay Program at Myokaksa Temple homepage www myogaksa netThe registration must be done at least a week before the program begins, and the payment can be fully confirmed - Telephone:: +82-2-763-3345, 3109 - Fax: +82-2-763-5851- E-mail: myogaktemple@naver com Interpretation Services Offered Register for the Temple Stay Program at Myokaksa Temple homepage www myogaksa netThe registration must be done at least a week before the program begins, and the payment can be fully confirmed - Telephone:: +82-2-763-3345, 3109 - Fax: +82-2-763-5851- E-mail: myogaktemple@naver com
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