Gochang Seonunsa Temple
About
Seonunsa Temple is known to have been built in 577, the 24th year of King Wideok of the Baekje dynasty. It is the second head temple of Jogye Order in Jeollabuk-do. According to the temple's historical records, it was originally a very large temple with 89 hermitages and 3,000 monks. Today, only four hermitages remain: Dosoram, Chamdangam, Dongunam, and Seoksangam. In addition, the temple is home to 25 prestigious heritages, namely the Forest of Common Camellias, which is designated as ć Natural Monument. A festival dedicated to this forest is held every April.
Location
250, Seonunsa-ro, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do (56452)
Rest Days
N/A (Open all year round)
Admission
Free / Individuals - Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers 2,000 won / Children 1,000 won Groups - Adults 2,500 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 800 won * Group: 30 or more people * Adults (ages 19-64) / Teenagers (ages 13-18) / Children (ages 7-12) * Free admission: Senior citizens (ages 65 & over) & preschoolers (ages 6 & under)
Parking
Available
Inquiries
ā¢ 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) ā¢ For more info: +82-63-561-1422
Parking Fees
Free
Restrooms
Available
Admission Fees
Individuals - Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers 2,000 won / Children 1,000 won Groups - Adults 2,500 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 800 won * Group: 30 or more people * Adults (ages 19-64) / Teenagers (ages 13-18) / Children (ages 7-12) * Free admission: Senior citizens (ages 65 & over) & preschoolers (ages 6 & under)