Introduction:
The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.
Within the comp
Directions [Bus] From Yeosu Intercity Bus Terminal, take Bus 52 to Heungguksa Temple. * Bus 52 Info: 40min intervals / Travel time: 1 hour
Tel:
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-685-5633~4,
+82-61-690-8403 (Korean)
Information:
The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish.
Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.
Within the compound are other buildings including Wontongjeon, Palsangjeon and Daeungjeon (Main Hall).
The temple’s main hall (Treasure 396) is open in its structure and equipped with Korean traditional doors.
A Buddhist painting named Hubultaenghwa is designated as Treasure No.
578.
At the entrance to the temple is a rainbow-shaped stone bridge called Honggyo Bridge (Treasure No.
563), which is widely known as a distinguished work of art.
On Yeongchwisan Mountain, azaleas begin to bloom in early April and completely take over the mountain by the end of the month.
Azalea blossoms create an extravagant view along the ridgeline of Yeongchwibong Peak (439m above sea level) and Jillyebong Peak (510m above sea level). During this period, the Mount Yeongchwisan Azalea Festival takes place.
Telephone: +82-61-685-5633
Current:
Status Cultural Property Materials No.38 (designated on February 29, 1984)
Operating:Operating
Hours From sunrise to sunset Parking Facilities Available Admission Fees Adults: Individual: 2,000 won / Group: 2,000 wonYouths: Individual: 1,500 won / Group: 1,200 wonChildren: Individual: 1,000 won / Group: 800 won* Group: 30 people or more Restrooms Available Parking Fees Free
The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.
Within the comp
Directions [Bus] From Yeosu Intercity Bus Terminal, take Bus 52 to Heungguksa Temple. * Bus 52 Info: 40min intervals / Travel time: 1 hour
Tel:
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-685-5633~4,
+82-61-690-8403 (Korean)
Information:
The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish.
Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.
Within the compound are other buildings including Wontongjeon, Palsangjeon and Daeungjeon (Main Hall).
The temple’s main hall (Treasure 396) is open in its structure and equipped with Korean traditional doors.
A Buddhist painting named Hubultaenghwa is designated as Treasure No.
578.
At the entrance to the temple is a rainbow-shaped stone bridge called Honggyo Bridge (Treasure No.
563), which is widely known as a distinguished work of art.
On Yeongchwisan Mountain, azaleas begin to bloom in early April and completely take over the mountain by the end of the month.
Azalea blossoms create an extravagant view along the ridgeline of Yeongchwibong Peak (439m above sea level) and Jillyebong Peak (510m above sea level). During this period, the Mount Yeongchwisan Azalea Festival takes place.
Telephone: +82-61-685-5633
Current:
Status Cultural Property Materials No.38 (designated on February 29, 1984)
Operating:Operating
Hours From sunrise to sunset Parking Facilities Available Admission Fees Adults: Individual: 2,000 won / Group: 2,000 wonYouths: Individual: 1,500 won / Group: 1,200 wonChildren: Individual: 1,000 won / Group: 800 won* Group: 30 people or more Restrooms Available Parking Fees Free
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