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Jogyesa Temple

Buddhist temple · 가회동 ·

Jogyesa Temple

Buddhist temple · 가회동 ·
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"Constructed in 1910 as the head temple of Korean Buddhism, Jogyesa is a spiritual sanctuary that’s free to the public. Visitors can wander around two 500-year-old trees in the courtyard, then head to the main hall, known as Daeoongjeong, to see three giant golden Buddhas. For a deeper look at monastic life, arrange an overnight temple stay online. Jogyesa is at its most vibrant in May, when it transforms from an oasis to a hub of festivities. The monks hang thousands of colorful lanterns to celebrate Buddha’s birthday, and the temple hosts the Lotus Lantern Festival, which kicks off the famous parade."

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Historic Buddhist temple with golden Buddhas & serene chanting

beautiful architecture
colorful lanterns
golden buddhas
temple grounds
500-year-old trees
main hall
spiritual sanctuary
buddhist temple
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55 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea Get directions

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Information

Historic Buddhist temple with golden Buddhas & serene chanting

beautiful architecture
colorful lanterns
golden buddhas
temple grounds
500-year-old trees
main hall
spiritual sanctuary
buddhist temple
Google Rating
4.5 (7.8K)
Featured in Afar
Featured in
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55 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea Get directions

Restroom
Wheelchair accessible entrance
Wheelchair accessible parking lot
Jogyesa Temple by null
Jogyesa Temple by Photo courtesy of Korean Tourism Organization NY
Jogyesa Temple by null
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