Introduction:
Located on Naeseorak, Baekdamsa Temple was built by Ja Jang (590~658) during the reign of Queen Jin-Deok (647-654), 28th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. In the beginning, a temple called Hangyesa was built in Hangye-ri which was in the vicinity to Jangsudae.

 
Information:
Information Introduction Located on Naeseorak, Baekdamsa Temple was built by Ja Jang (590~658) during the reign of Queen Jin-Deok (647-654), 28th ruler of the Silla Kingdom
In the beginning, a temple called Hangyesa was built in Hangye-ri which was in the vicinity to Jangsudae
This temple was completely demolished by several fire accidents including one in the year 690, during the reign of King Sinmun
It changed its locations to several other sites and was renamed Youngchuisa, Simsa, Baekdamsa, and Simwonsa Temple
A stone bridge called Susimgyo is built across Baekdam Gyegok Valley to the front of Baekdamsa Temple
Wooden Amityus Buddha Statue, designated as National Treasure No
1182, is preserved here at Baekdamsa Temple
This Buddhist statue was made in 1748 during the reign of Yeongjo (reign 1724~1776) and is known as the most outstanding statue in the early 18th century


Current:
ly remaining structures include Geukrakbojeon, Sanryeonggak, Hwaeomsil, Beophwasil, Jeongmun, and Yosachae
In the courtyard, there is a three-story stone temple remaining to this date
As for temples, Bongjeongam, Oseam, and Wonmyeongam remain till today
Baekdamsa Temple was made famous by Manhae Han Yong-Un, a strong activist for national independence and poet who wrote his literary piece called “Nimui Chimmuk (Silence of the Beloved)” when he was just 48
Today, Baekdamsa Temple has the Manhae Monument Hall, built to remember the spirit of Manhae Han Yong-Un


Telephone: +82-33-462-6969 Closed Open all year around Hiking Course Baekdamsa Temple - Suryeomdong - Bongjeongam - Socheongbong Peak – Daecheongbong Peak (19km / 8 hrs) Baekdamsa Temple - Daeseungnyeong – Daeseung Falls – Jangsudae (7
8km / 5hrs) Baekdamsa Temple - Yeongsiam - Oseam – Madeungnyeong (10
9km / 4hrs) Baekdamsa Temple – Heukseondong Valley - Daeseungnyeong – Jangsudae (9
8km / 5hrs 15min) Yongdaeri - Baekdamsa Temple – Suryeomdong Shelter (14km / 3hrs 20min) Suryeomdong - Ssangnyongpok - Bongjeongam - Socheong - Jungcheong – Daecheong (7km / 5hrs 5min) Suryeomdong - Oseam - Madeungnyeong - Biseondae – Sinheungsa Temple (12km / 6hrs 15min) Suryeomdong - Gayadong - Huiungak - Socheong - Jungcheong –Daecheong (11km / 6hrs 35min) Activity Information [Baekdamsa Temple Stay] * Retreat program (less formal) with beautiful night sky and moon * Temple stay with beautiful stars * Meditation in search for dreams and hope * Hands-on program with Naeseorak * More information is available on the homepage or via phone-inquiry


Operating:
Hours Sunrise-sunset Parking Facilities Available Restrooms Available Interpretation Services Offered English, Japanese and Chinese Baby Stroller Rentals Not available Pets Not permitted

 
Baekdamsa Temple Reviews:
lianKO:    Don't miss the Global Cultural Cen...;It had everything my wife likes.
SounLT:    Signage is there but no entrance
ouI:    Great if you love stamps;A must for philatelists!
dH:    There's a lot of History Here;Historic 15th century pagoda at Ta...
zhangOU:    Well maintained, clean and beautif...
GDeLK:    Finished my tour in 30 minutes
zhangOU:    Small museum close to Dondaenum;Learn the History of Seoul's City...
WUZ:    Quiet temple in the hills;Lovely experience
lianKO:    on top of a museum;A place to sit and relax
ouI:    Pious shrine, but need to refit..