16 selective templestays for foreigners
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16 Selective Temples for Foreigners
How to join TemplestayCheck out the Templestay website at www.templestay.com.
Read through the comments and other materials, and choose a temple you like.
Consult the Templestay website or the temple’s website and find out their schedule.
You can either apply directly to the temple’s website, or else send them an email.It’s also possible to apply by phone. Let them know concretely what datesyou want to come, how many people will be joining, and so on.
After sending the participation fee, ask if there are any special considerations or requirements for that particular temple.
International Seon Center
Myogaksa Temple
Geumsunsa Temple
Bongeunsa Temple
Woljeongsa Temple
Golgulsa Temple
Donghwasa Temple
Jikjisa Temple
Haeinsa TempleGeumsansa Temple
Yongjoosa Temple
Seonunsa Temple
Mihwangsa Temple
Yakchunsa TempleiPAD English
Beomeosa Temple
Jeondeungsa Temple
16 Selective Temples for Foreigners
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Exit No.6 of Anguk(Subway No.3 Line)
Exit No.2 of Jonggak(Subway No.1 Line)
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TemplestayInformation Center
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Templestay Information Center
Templestay is a unique cultural program which lets you experience the life of
Buddhist practitioners at traditional temples which preserve the 1700 year old
history of Korean Buddhism.
During Templestay, you will get a taste for the incredible cultural heritage which has
blossomed during the five thousand years of Korean history, as well as experience
the cultural consciousness transmitted throughout Korean Buddhist history.
What is Templestay?
Everything is already complete, just as it is.
As you pass through the temple compound, the wind blows,
sounds of rustling leaves fill your ears.
Hearing the cries of the cicadas echoing through the forest, your mind awakens.
Yebul (the Buddhist service)The ceremony begins with the playing of four
Dharma instruments: Dharma drum, Dharma bell,
wooden fish, and cloud-shaped gong in this order.
It is a time of prayer offered for the well being of
all living creatures; a time reminding oneself of
the mystery of the universe wholly present in all
sentient beings.
Making lotus lanternsSnowy lotus flowers blooming from the puddle
of mud signifies the everlasting wisdom.
A popular form of Buddhist art, lotus lanterns
made by hands constitute one of the most
important offerings dedicated to the Buddha
for his birthday. [The Lotus Lantern Festival is
held every May in celebration of the birth of
Sakyamuni Buddha.]
Dado(Tea ceremony)In Seon Buddhism, the art of brewing and
drinking tea is considered just as important
spiritual undertaking as Seon meditation; so
much so that monks often say daseonilme
(茶禪一味: tea and Seon are one and the same).
A properly brewed tea in accordance with the
traditional Korean tea art purifies both mind
and body.
Seon(Zen) MeditationOne of the Buddhist practices of mind. Meditation
means to find one’s own Buddha nature by
sitting still and quietly controlling breaths and to
search for the inner Buddha. It is the practice or
cultivation beginning from the acceptance that
one is pure and clear originally.
Ulyeok(Communal work)Ulyeok means working together and also means
a work session to which all residents of the
monastery must attend. When people work
together, they can achieve greatness. Korean
Buddhism mandates ‘one who does not work,
shall not eat either.’ There is no difference in
working and practicing, and every action, no
matter how mundane it is, is an occasion to
practice one’s mind.
Barugongyang(Formal monastic meals)Barugongyang is a formal monastic meal
traditionally served in a ritualistic manner and
considered as an important part of the Buddhist
practice. It is conducted in such a way that
prevents any waste, not even a drop of water.
Radically eco-friendly, barugongyang is a Buddhist
contribution to the preservation of the mother
earth.
Pohaeng(Walking meditation)Walking around slowly to comfort and ease tired
and stiff body after remaining in a same position
while meditating. This process is the extension
of practicing Seon. Especially the walking
meditation in the forest offers chances to be in
harmony with Mother Nature.
Templestay Programs
The Templestay presents a wide range of activities featuring Yebul (the Buddhist service), Seon(Zen)
meditation, Barugongyang(Formal monastic meal), Tea ceremony, 108 prostrations, the making of
lotus lanterns and much, much more. Shorter programs run 1 night and 2 days, while longer retreats
last one week or longer.
The journey itself to a mountain temple can be a meditation. Away from the busy streets, the road to
the temple is immersed in tranquility and the rocks stand in pristine dignity. The trees lead you to go
further and further, hiding the final destination with their thick shade. And finally the road ends and
opens up to a whole new world. That is the first moment you encounter another world and that will
be also the first moment to find the true you. This is what happens in the monastery which cherishes
time-honored tradition and spiritual cultivation
Here are 16 temples offering English programs for foreigners
16 Selective Temples for Foreigners
The journey itself to a mountain temple can be a meditation. Away from the busy streets, the road to
the temple is immersed in tranquility and the rocks stand in pristine dignity. The trees lead you to go
further and further, hiding the final destination with their thick shade. And finally the road ends and
opens up to a whole new world. That is the first moment you encounter another world and that will
be also the first moment to find the true you. This is what happens in the monastery which cherishes
time-honored tradition and spiritual cultivation
Here are 16 temples offering English programs for foreigners
16 Selective Temples for Foreigners
국제 선센터 International Seon Center
International Seon Center(ISC) is conveniently located in the center of
the metropolitan city of Seoul so that anyone, such as working professionals, international tourists, or business travelers, can experience Templestay program in the very quiet ISC center as well as enjoy the clean and comfortable modern facilities. Various unique Templestay programs help the participants to better understand the Korean Buddhist culture and Seon meditation. Furthermore, ISC Dharma talk session assists individuals to find peace of mind in today’s hectic environment. Most of all, by the end of the program, the participants will be equipped with Seon meditation practice skills & tools which work for almost any day-to-day activity. Additionally, the 1st floor ISC Korean restaurant provides a relaxed venue open to the public to experience the eco-friendly temple dining.
Address 319–11 Sinjeong 6–dong
Yangcheon-gu, Seoul
Tel 02 2650 2242 Fax 02 2650 2201
Website www.seoncenter.or.kr
E-mail [email protected]
묘각사 Myogaksa Temple
Stay in a temple where you can look down over Seoul city. Myogaksa
Temple is located in downtown Seoul, in the Sungin–dong area of the Jongno–gu district. The temple is situated in the foothills of Naksan Mountain, so you can see the entire urban area of Seoul at once, and feel both the busy city below and the leisurely temple environment. Myogaksa Temple was founded in May, 1930 by Ven. Taeheo. It has been said that, according to the rules of geomancy, constructing a temple in this spot would put the city of Seoul at ease. The temple area is not very large, but the Daebulbojeon(Main Buddha Hall) and other smaller Dharma Halls are all situated very harmoniously together. The figure of Gwanseeumbosal(Bodhisattva of Compassion), carved into the natural stone of Naksan Mountain, looks ready to reach out and grasp the hands of those who pass by the stone ledge.
Address 178-3 Sungin-dong Jongno-gu SeoulTel 02 763 3109 Fax 02 763 3305Website www.myogaksa.net E-mail [email protected]
Subway
Take No. 5 Subway line, get off at Omokgyo Station
and go out through exit No. 8. Then walk straight until
the first intersection, turn left and walk straight until
you meet Mokdong Middle School on your left. The
International Seon Center is located on the opposite
side of the school.
Bus
Blue bus: 571
Green bus: 6617, 6620, 6623, 6624, 6625, 6640,
6648
Shuttle bus: Yangcheon 03
Get off at Mokdong Pal Danji
Subway
Dongmyo Station (Subway Line No. 1), Exit No. 2 →
Walk 10m in direction of Sinseol-dong → Turn down
the alley between SK Telecom and a cosmetic store →
At the first intersection, turn right to the laundry → Walk
about 20m → on the left, Myogaksa
Bus
Blue bus: 101, 103, 105, 142, 144, 152, 201, 201, 260,
261, 262, 270, 271, 370, 420, 720, 721
Green bus: 1014, 2112, 2233
Red bus: 9403
Airport limousine-6002
Shuttle bus: Jong-no 03
Get off at Dongmyo-Ap bus stop → Turn down the alley
between SK Telecom and a cosmetic store → At the
first intersection, turn right to the laundry → Walk about
20m → on the left, Myogaksa
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From Yeouido: Seoulgyo(Bridge) → Dorimgyo(Bridge)
→ Mokdong Middle School → Yangcheon Tax Office
→ the International Seon Center From Cheongnyangni, Sinseol-dong, go straight in the
direction of Dongmyo. Turn right to the alley between
Dongdaemun Ohaengsaengsikwon and Pizza Etang
→ Turn right at the first intersection to the alley with
Yeonnam Building at the corner. Go straight to Jongno
63ga-gil → to the left is Myogaksa
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With 600 years of history as a traditional Korean Buddhist Temple
and the Great King Jeongjo’ s place to pray for the birth of a prince, Geumsunsa Temple is famous for its beautiful natural scenery in the Bukhansan National Park, and it belongs to Beomeosa Temple, Head Temple for the 14th District of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It specializes as a concentrated Seon(Zen) meditation temple. Geumsunsa Temple is located in Gugi-dong, Jongno–gu, in front of Mt.Inwang, near the Blue House and Gyeongbokgung Palace, and only fifteen minutes away from Gwanghwamun, downtown Seoul. A mountain stream flows from Bibong Peak and Hyangnobong Peak in the Bukhansan National Park, passes under Hong-ye-gyo(Bridge of Nirvana) at the temple, and gives you the feel of the natural beauty of a temple, yet it is located in the center of Seoul.
Address 196–2 Gugi-dong Jongno-gu SeoulTel 02 395 9955 Fax 02 395 9921Website www.geumsunsa.org E-mail [email protected]
금선사 Geumsunsa Temple
Bongeunsa Temple is a 1,200 year old temple located in Samseong–dong,
Gangnam–gu, Seoul. Built in 794 C.E. during the reign of King Wonseong by National Teacher, Ven. Yeonhoe, Bongeunsa Temple became the head temple of the Seon sect during the Joseon Dynasty, when the government supported Confucianism, while oppressing Buddhism. Due to the efforts of Master Taego Bou, who devoted himself to the revival of Korean Buddhism, by official recognition Bongeunsa Temple became a stepping stone for this development. In addition, through the national examinations for recruiting monks, it produced great masters such as Master Seosan and Samyeong, who revived the lineage of Seon practice in Korea. In the latter part of the Joseon Dynasty, Ven. Younggi built the Pan–jeon to store and preserve Buddhist scriptures, as well as eighty-one engraved volumes of the Avatamsaka Sutra.
봉은사 Bongeunsa Temple
Address 73 Samseong-dong Gangnam-gu SeoulTel 02 3218 4895 Fax 02 544 2141Website www.bongeunsa.orgE-mail [email protected]
Subway+Bus
Take the No. 3 subway line, get off at Gyeongbokgung
Station and go out through Exit No. 3. Take 7212 bus
and get off at the Yi-buk-o-do-cheong. Then walk to
Geumsunsa passing Cheong-un Senior Citizens Home,
Bibong Restaurant, and Bibong Ticket Office.
Or, take the No. 4 subway line, get off at Gireum Station
and go out through Exit No. 3. Take 7211 bus and get
off at Gugi Tunnel, Institute for the Translation of Korean
Classics. Then walk to Geumsunsa passing Yi-buk-o-
do-cheong, Cheong-un Senior Citizens Home, Bibong
Restaurant, and Bibong Ticket Office.
Subway
Take the No. 2 subway line, get off at Samseong Station
and go out through Exit No. 6. Then walk about 100m in
the direction of the ASEM Tower.
Or, take the No. 7 subway line, get off at Cheongdam
Station and go out through Exit. No.2. Then walk about
150m in the direction of Gyeonggi High School.
Bus
ASEM Tower stop - blue bus: 342, 640, green bus:
2225, 2411, 2413, 3411
KEPCO stop - blue bus: 143, 301,
green bus: 2225, 3217, 3414, red bus: 9407
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From Jamsil or Songpa: Hangang Daegyo (Bridge)
→ Gangbyeon Expressway → Naebu Expressway →
Kookmin Univ. IC → Bugak Tunnel → Sinyeong-dong
Samgeori (three-way intersection) → Samgeori before
Gugi Tunnel → Yi-buk-o-do-cheong
From Olympic Expressway: Yeongdong Daegyo(Bridge)
→ Yeongdong Daero → Bongeunsa sageori (Cross-
roads), left turn → Bongeunsa
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전등사 Jeondeungsa Temple 월정사 Woljeongsa Temple
Jeondeungsa keeps a long tradition that can be traced back to 381 C.E., when
Ven. Ado built this temple. Once the royal temple during the Goryeo and Joseon Dynasty, it is the oldest among all extant Korean temples. According to legend, the Samnangseong Fortress winding along Mt. Jeongjoksan, was built by the three sons of Dangun who is thought to be the founder of the first Korean ancient kingdom Gojoseon. The most famous cultural property of Jeondeungsa is the Main Buddha Hall Daewungbojeon. What makes this Treasure No. 178 cultural asset more popular is the figure of a naked woman right under the eave of the roof. The four wooden works on each corner of the building tells the legendary story of love, betrayal and ultimately the sad ending between the master carpenter and a village woman.
Woljeongsa Templestay is enticing. First of all, the one thousand year
old fir tree forest makes you contemplative in this pristine tranquility. When you stroll along the Odae Stream, the whispering sound of the flowing water invites you to be a part of the scene. The spiritual ambience of the remote and isolated hermitages gives you a feeling of the presence of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas tenderly smiling at you. In Woljeongsa you can meet the present moment to build a new relationship with your inner self; it may be when you hit the temple bell, when you walk in meditation or when you visit the Woljeongsa Buddhist Museum. Be one with your true self and with the nature in the Temple of the Clear Moonlight; of the title ‘wol (月)’ meaning ‘moon’, ‘jeong(精)’ meaning ‘clear’. High above the temple is the legendary Jeongmyeolbogung, the “Jeweled Palace of Stillness and Extinction”, which holds some Sarira, the relics of Shakyamuni Buddha.
Address 635 Onsu-ri Gilsang-myeon Ganghwa-gun Incheon
Tel 032 937 0152 Fax 032 232 5450Website www.jeondeungsa.orgE-mail [email protected]
Address 63 Dongsan-ri Jinbu-myeon Pyeongchang-gun Gangwon-do Province
Tel 033 339 6606 Fax 033 334 6606Website www.woljeongsa.org
Bus
From Incheon Bus Terminal: Take an express city bus
No. 700 and get off at Jeondeungsa
From Songjeong Station (No. 5 subway line): Go out
through exit No. 1, take a No. 60-2 blue bus and get off
at Onsu-ri.
PublicTransit
From Seoul: Take National Highway No. 48 and enter
the Gimpo Bypass. Pass through Janggi-dong and drive
until you meet the road sign for Yangchon, Daegot Choji
Daegyo(Bridge), then exit to the right. At the Yangchon
Sageori(Interection) go forward about 8km in the
direction of Ganghwa (Choji Daegyo) and after crossing
the Choji Daegyo, turn right, go forward 2km further. At
Choji Samgeori (three-way intersection) turn left and go
3km until you meet Jeondeungsa Sageori (Onsu-ri). Turn
left to the Jeondeungsa parking lot.
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Train
Cheongnyangni Station → Wonju Station → Wonju
Intercity Bus Terminal → Jinbu Intercity Bus Terminal →
Woljeongsa
Bus
From Seoul: Dong-Seoul Terminal → Jinbu Intercity Bus
Terminal → Woljeongsa Stop → Woljeongsa
PublicTransit
From Seoul: Jungbu (Central) Expressway → Hobeop
Junction → Yeongdong Expressway → Jinbu IC →
after 1.5km, turn left → at Gau Samgeori go straight →
after 2km, turn left at Woljeong Samgeori → go straight
at Byeong-an Samgeori → Odaesan National Park →
Odaesan Tourist Hotel → Ticket Office → Ticket Check
Point → Parking Lot → Geumganggyo (Bridge) →
Woljeongsa
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Yongjoosa Temple was built in 1790 by the 22nd ruler of the Joseon Dynasty,
King Jeongjo(1752-1800), in honor of his late father, Prince Sadoseja(1735-1762). This place was the former site of the Galyangsa Temple, built in 854 C.E. by the Silla King Munseong. King Jeongjo had moved his murdered father’s tomb from its previous location in Yangjoo, Gyeonggi Province to Hwasan. He then built a temple to protect the royal tomb, and to pray for the repose of his father’s soul. The night before the opening ceremony, the King dreamed of a dragon grasping a Cintamani jewel(magic pearl) in its mouth, ascending to heaven, and so he named the Yongjoosa Temple(Dragon Jewel Temple). Therefore, Yongjoosa is known as “The original temple of filial piety”, where Buddha nature and filial piety go hand in hand.
Mt. Palgongsan, which is known as a sacred mountain, is dotted with
temples and religious sites, and boasts popularity with people who search for spirituality and want to go beyond the limits of the physical world. One of those places frequented not only by Buddhists but also culture-seekers is Donghwasa, a 1500 year old temple full of history, tradition and nature. Donghwasa Templestay takes pride in a wide range of programs including ‘Meditation Practice in Search of My True Self,’ ‘Meditation in the Monk’s Stele Field,’ ‘Meditation by Starlight’ and ‘Tea Ceremony’ which you can experience the tea drinking customs. Oriental medicine specialized programs such as making herbal air fresheners are sure to help awaken your body along with your mind. Donghwasa got its name from a legend that flowers of royal foxglove (Paulownia koreana) trees suddenly bloomed in winter when it was reconstructed.
용주사 Yongjoosa Temple 동화사 Donghwasa Temple
Address 188 Songsan-dong Hwaseong Gyeonggi-do Province
Tel 031 235 6886 Fax 031 234 2818Website www.yongjoosa.or.krE-mail [email protected]
Address 35 Dohak-dong Dong-gu Daegu Tel 053 982 0223 Fax 053 985 0223Website www.donghwasa.netE-mail [email protected]
Subway
Take the subway line No.1 and get off at Byeongjeom
Station. After coming out through the rear exit of the
station, take a bus No. 34 or 34-1 for about 15 minutes.
Bus
Suwon Nammun (Suwon South Gate, Paldalmun),
Suwon Station; No. 24, 46
Yeongtong (Suwon), Byeongjeom (Hwaseong); No. 34,
34-1
Dongtan, Byeongjeom (Hwaseong);No. 50, 35-1
Public Transit
From Suwon: In the direction of Osan → 8km
Byeongjeom→ In the direction of Suwon Univ. →3km
Yongjoosa
-From Suwon Station→6km Korea National Open Univ.
(Suwon)→4km Yunggeon-neung→2km Yongjoosa
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Train
Dong-Daegu Station → walk (10 min.) → Fatima
Hospital → Express city bus No. 1 (45min.) →
Donghwasa
Bus
Seobu Bus Terminal → Subway No. 1 (in direction of
Ansim) → get off at A-yang-gyo Station → Express city
bus No. 1 (35min.) → Donghwasa
Bukbu Bus Terminal → Take a city bus to Gu (old)
Hanil Geukjang → Express city bus No. 1 (1 hour ) →
Donghwasa
PublicTransit
From Daegu: Daegu-Pohang Express Way →
Palgongsan IC → Bulno-dong (straight) → Gongsan
Tunnel (straight) → Left turn at Baek-an Samgeori (three-
way intersection) → Youth Training Center (straight) →
Donghwasa
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범어사 Beomeosa Temple
Beomeosa was founded in 678 CE by Master Ui-sang as one of the ten
temples of Hwaeom Order he established in Korea. Legend has it that at the top of the mountain, where the temple is situated in, there was a well with golden colored water, which never dries up. A gold-colored fish had come down from heaven on the clouds and enjoyed living in the well. From this story, the mountain got its name ‘Geumjeongsan’ meaning ‘Gold Well Mountain,’ and the temple ‘Beomeosa’, ‘Temple of Heavenly Fish.’
Beomeosa Templestay is full of Korean monastic practice. Beomeosa Templestay offers a wide array of programs. Whatever you may choose, the essence is the same: to find myself through Templestay. In the clear atmosphere and the natural beauty, you will find yourself shining like a golden fish with the light of your true self.
Address 546 Cheongnyong-dong Geumjeong-gu Busan
Tel 051 508 5726 Fax 051 508 3229Website www.beomeosa.co.krE-mail [email protected]
Jikjisa Temple’s history spans more than 1,600 years. The name “Jikji”, which
means “Pointing directly”, comes from an expression in the Seon(Zen) School, “Pointing directly to Original Mind.”The strong point of the life in Jikjisa is the natural well-being style. The simple and humble temple food and monastic life changes your body and mind naturally and healthily. Jikjisa applies various aspects in running Templestay program. To begin with, its titles are enticing: Slowness, Emptiness and Sharing, I Only Know It Is Sufficient, YandanBeopseok, and Tranquil Templestay for Relaxation. How do they sound to you? Jikjisa Templestay presents you with the chance to put down the stress and find your true self. Through the life in the tranquil and sublime atmosphere, you will be in touch with true freedom which will make you be yourself.
직지사 Jikjisa Temple
Address 216 Unsu-ri Daehang-myeon Gimcheon Gyeongsangbuk-do Province
Tel 054 429 1716 Fax 054 436 3174Website www.jikjisa.or.krE-mail [email protected]
Subway
Busan Subway No. 1 Beomeosa Station, Exit No. 5 or 7
→ Walk about 5 minutes → No. 90 Bus for Beomeosa
→ Beomeosa
Bus
Take 148, 37, 49-1, 80-1, 90, 301, 50, 50-1, 1002 and
get off at Beomeosa stop → Walk about 5 minutes →
No. 90 Bus for Beomeosa → Beomeosa
Public Transit
From Nopo-dong area: After the Check Point, turn
right at the three-way intersection → Turn right at the
intersection → Turn right at the three-way intersection →
Go straight for about 5 minutes → Beomeosa
From Namsan-dong area: At the intersection of
Beomeosa Subway Station, turn left → Turn right at
the intersection → Go straight for about 5 minutes →
Beomeosa
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Train (KTX)
Gimcheon (Gumi) KTX Station → Take a local bus to
Jikjisa (No. 11 or 111 bus headed for Jikjisa or transfer
to bus No. 11 or 111 at Gimcheon Bus Terminal when
using other buses.
Train (Saemaeul / Mugunghwa)
Gimcheon Station → Take a local bus No. 11. or 111
headed for Jikjisa → Get off at Jikjisa Bus Terminal
Bus
Gimcheon → Jikjisa
Gimcheon Bus Terminal → Take a local bus No. 11 or
111 headed for Jikjisa
Public Transit
From Seoul: Seoul→Gyeongbu Expressway
Chupungnyeong IC (3 hours) →National Road / Route
No. 4 (in direction of Gimcheon) →Local Road No. 903
→Jikjisa
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Haeinsa was founded in 802 C.E. under the full support of the Silla
royal family with the goal to elucidate the philosophy and thought of the Avatamsaka School (Flower Garland School). During the Joseon Dynasty the Tripitaka Koreana was enshrined in Haeinsa, making this temple the first Dharma Jewel Monastery. The Tripitaka Koreana is a cornerstone of Korean people’s faith. Haeinsa Templestay offers a time and place to meet a thousand year culture. In the harmony of nature and history, it invites a journey of tranquility and awareness. To help your journey of self reflection and finding a way to empty yourself, Haeinsa Templestay advises you to be aware of each moment. Start by trying to find yourself all the time, either while listening to the sound of the Dharma drum or while having conversation over tea.
해인사 Haeinsa Temple
Address 10 Chiin-ri Gaya-myeon Hapcheon-gun Gyeongsangnam-do Province
Tel 055 934 3110 Fax 055 934 3109Website www.haeinsa.or.krE-mail [email protected]
S unmudo translates literally into “the way of doing meditative martial arts.” It
emphasizes the harmony of body and mind through the awareness of one’s breath. It is a traditional Korean Buddhist martial art that traces its origins back over a thousand years.Soft and meditative Qi Gong movements cultivate an awareness of our own internal energies, while leading us towards a greater sensitivity of the external energies flowing all around us. Golgulsa Templestay programs combine Sunmudo with all of the special moments of temple life: the unforgettable tones of early morning chanting; practicing walking meditation as the sun rises in the sky above you; exalting after finishing the 108 prostrations; the pleasure of having a conversation with a Sunmudo master over tea; and the healthy simplicity of temple food.
골굴사 Golgulsa Temple
Address San 304 Andong-ri Yangbuk-myeon Gyeongju Gyeongsangbuk-do Province
Tel 054 744 1689 Fax 054 745 0172Website www.sunmudo.netE-mail [email protected]
Train
Take the train from your place of origin to Dong-Daegu
or Daegu Station, then take Subway line 1 headed for
Daegok. Get off at Seongdangmot Station, go to Seobu
Intercity Bus Terminal, then take a bus to Haeinsa.
(about a one hour and 40 minute ride)
Bus
From Seoul: Express Bus Terminal → Daegu → Seobu
Intercity Bus Terminal →Haeinsa
PublicTransit
From Masan: Central Region (Jungbu naeryuk)
Expressway → Dong-Goryeong JC → 88 Olympic
Expressway → Haeinsa IC (about a one and a half hour
ride)
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Bus
From Gyeongju Station or Gyeongju Intercity Bus
Terminal, take the city bus No. 100 or 150 to Andong
Samgeori (three-way junction). The bus ride is about 1
hour. From there, walk about 15 minutes to Golgulsa.
Taxi
From Gyeongju Station or Gyeongju Bus Terminal, it’ll
take about 50 minutes by taxi.
PublicTransit
From Gyeongju: take the National Road / Route No.4
and drive for 26km towards Gampo on the east coast.
There will be signs for both Golgulsa and Girimsa. At
Andong Samgeori (three-way intersection), turn left. After
about 500m, you will see the signs for Golgulsa Temple.
There will be brown road signs on the right of the road,
and a big stone sign with Korean letters on the left. Turn
left and pass through the main gate. There is a parking
area just inside the temple gate. It takes about thirty
minutes from downtown.
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금산사 Geumsansa Temple
Geumsansa Temple is quietly perched in the western foothills of Mt. Moaksan.
Like the mountain Gyeryongsan, Mt. Moaksan, so-called “Mother Mountain”, is the cradle of many different indigenous religions. The mountain’s shape looks like a mother cradling her baby, just as Mt. Moak embraces Geumsansa Temple. During the Baekje reign of King Beop(599 C.E.), the temple was built to pray for the king’s prosperity and good fortune. Later during the reign of Silla King Hyegong(766 C.E.), the Precepts Master Ven. Jinpyo(718–752 C.E.) enlarged the temple and established it as the Head Temple for the worship of Maitreya. Maitreya is the future Buddha, who will appear countless eons from now, but to his faithful followers he is a compassionate Buddha who is always with them. Wherever you step in Geumsansa Temple, there are valuable relics and cultural assets.
Address 39 Geumsan-ri Geumsan-myeon Gimje Jeollabuk-do Province
Tel 063 542 0048 Fax 063 548 1390Website www.geumsansa.orgE-mail [email protected]
미황사 Mihwangsa Temple
Mihwangsa is located at the southernmost tip of the Korean Peninsula, on the
hillside of Mt. Dalmasan, amidst such picturesque beauty. The location at the end of the land sets this ancient temple apart from others and this is reflected in the Templestay program. Mihwangsa offers its own programs for those weary souls who come so far seeking peace of mind. The morning service is when they encounter another world, which is followed by sitting meditation when they face their own selves. In this way, their spiritual adventure starts at the temple deep in the woods, faraway from their ordinary life. The Main Buddha Hall, in addition to the graceful architectural esthetic, has some interesting features such as tortoises and crabs carved in the corner stones. Inside the hall, there are Sanskrit letters and one thousand Buddhas painted on the ceiling and the cross beams.
Address 247 Seojeong-ri Songji-myeon Haenam-gun Jeollanam-do Province
Tel 061 533 3521 Fax 061 535 2706Website www.mihwangsa.com E-mail [email protected]
Train (KTX)
Yongsan Station → Gimje Station (1 hour 50 minutes))
Bus
-From Jeonju Express Bus Terminal
Take the bus 79 to Geumsansa (The bus comes every
25 minutes, about 50-minute distance)
※You are supposed to take a 100-meter walk from the
Bus Terminal to the bus stop.
-From Gimje Bus Terminal
Take the bus No. 5 to Geumsansa (about 50-minute
distance)
-From Gimje Station
Take the bus No. 5 to Geumsansa (about 45-minute
distance)
PublicTransit
-Take the Honam Expressway, Geumsansa IC Exit
Geumsansa IC → Wonpyeong → Geumsansa (about 5
km, 10 minutes)
-Take the Seohaean (West Coast) Expressway, West
Gimje IC Exit
West Gimje IC → Gimje → Wonpyeong → Geumsansa
(about 26km, 50 minutes)
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Train
-Seoul Yongsan Station (Honamseon, Honam Line) →
Gwangju Station → Taxi → Gwangju Bus Terminal, take Direct
Bus for Haenam → Mihwangsa
-Seoul Yongsan Station (Honamseon) → Naju Station → Taxi
→ Naju Bus Terminal, take a bus to Haenam → Mihwangsa
-Seoul Yongsan Station (Honamseon) → Mokpo Station
→ Taxi → Mokpo Bus Terminal, take a bus to Haenam →
Mihwangsa
Bus
-Seoul Central City Bus Terminal → Haenam (5 hours)
-Seoul Central City Bus Terminal / Dong-Seoul Bus Terminal
→ Gwangju → take Direct Bus for Haenam → Mihwangsa
PublicTransit
Gyeongbu Expressway → Cheonan Junction →
Cheonan-Nonsan Expressway → Nonsan → Honam
Expressway → Gwangju toll gate → Naju → Haenam →
Mihwangsa
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The red camellia blooming in spring is one of the signature aspects of the scenery
in Seonunsa. The camellia forest around Seonunsa was formed after the initiation of the temple. It has developed into a large forest which surrounds the temple. Seonunsa Temple was built during the reign of Baekje King Wideok(577 C.E.) by Master Geomdan. The villagers near the temple were thieves and displaced people who were not making their living in a righteous way. The master taught them not only the Buddha’s teachings but also the way to earn an honest living. He taught them how to make salt. Since then, they have offered their product to the temple every spring and fall, which is called ‘Boeunyum’ meaning ‘salt of repayment.’ The hallmark of Seonunsa Templestay is diversity. In addition to recuperation and experiential programs, it offers various colorful activities in accordance with the seasons.
선운사 Seonunsa Temple
Address 500 Samin-ri Asan-myeon Gochang-gun Jeollabuk-do Province
Tel 063 561 1375 Website www.seonunsa.org E-mail [email protected]
When you first see Yakchunsa, you will be overwhelmed by its magnificent
and exotic atmosphere. You will feel like you are Alice in Wonder Land. Everything, from the entrance lined with statues to the palm trees in the vast court yard, will defy your previously conceived notions about Korean temples. It is totally, really the world of fantasy. The Templestay in this monastery of wonder is categorized into four programs according to the themes; Standard, Buddhist Practice, Buddhist Culture Experience and Native Jeju Life Experience. Activities including picking mandarins in winter and summer, natural dyeing and experiencing the eco-system of Jeju Island are the essence of Yakchunsa Templestay. The Buddhist Culture Experience Templestay offers tea ceremony, calligraphy and yoga, while the Buddhist Practice Templestay has Barugongyang, prostration practice, scripture study, and copying scripture.
약천사 Yakchunsa Temple
Address 1165 Daepo-dong Seoguipo Jeju-do Island
Tel 064 738 5000 Fax 064 738 5022Website www.yakchunsa.org E-mail [email protected]
Bus-From Gochang Intercity Bus Terminal, take a direct bus or a local bus to Seonunsa Temple
Direct Bus: runs 8 times a day / Local Bus: runs 24 times a day, 30min. 20km-From Gwangju U-Square Bus Terminal, take a direct bus to Seonunsa Temple: runs 4 times a day 1.5 hrs, 72km
PublicTransit
From Gwangju: Honam Expressway → Jangseong-Gochang Expressway → Seohaean (West Coast) Expressway, Seonunsa IC → Seonunsa
Seohaean (West Coast) Expressway, Seonunsa IC → Seonunsa
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BusFrom Jeju Airport: Airport Limousine BusJeju Airport – Yakchunsa, one hour ride, Get off at Yakchunsa From Jeju Intercity Bus Terminal: Intercity Bus for JungmunJeju-Jungmun, 1hour 20 min. Get off at downtown or Jungmun High SchoolFrom Seogwipo: Take a city bus or intercity bus for Jungmun, get off at Jungmun High School. Walk about 50 m in the direction of Jungmun, then cross the street to meet the road ‘Yakchunsa-gil’.
TaxiFrom downtown Jungmun, 10 min. From Jungmun Tourist Complex (Yeomiji Botanical Garden, Lotte Hotel, Silla Hotel), 5 min.
PublicTransit
From Jeju Airport: Pyeonghwa-ro → Jungmun Tourist Complex→Road Sign for YakchunsaIt takes about 5 minutes from the Convention Center of Jungmun Tourist Complex
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Resting Peacefully, in the Buddhist temple