Seoul(Gangnam-gu) · Palaces
Samseongsan Holy Ground
During the Gihae Persecution of 1839, three French Catholic priests were sentenced to death for spreading Catholicism in…
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Temples, often set in the mountains, let you encounter Korean Buddhist culture through halls, stone pagodas and statues. Some offer temple stays and temple food experiences.
Seoul(Gangnam-gu) · Palaces
During the Gihae Persecution of 1839, three French Catholic priests were sentenced to death for spreading Catholicism in…
Seoul(Yongsan-gu) · Temples
When taking the subway from Seoul Station to Yongsan Station, you will notice a tall and distinct hanok (traditional Kor…
Seoul(Jung-gu) · Temples
Yakhyeon Catholic Church was established as a result of Korea gaining religious freedom in the 23rd year of King Gojong’…
Seoul(Seocho-gu) · Temples
Located at the foot of Umyeonsan Mountain in Umyeon-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, Gwanmunsa Temple had its ground-breaking cer…
Seoul(Gwanak-gu) · Temples
Jaunam Hermitage was originally built in 1396 by Great Monk Muhak of Joseon Dynasty. It was renovated in 1734, and final…
Seoul(Jung-gu) · Temples
Seoul Cathedral Anglican Church of Korea began construction under Mark Trollope, the third bishop of the Anglican Church…
Seoul(Jung-gu) · Temples
The four-way street right in front of the Seosomun Gate area was once an official execution ground in the Joseon Era. It…
Seoul(Yongsan-gu) · Temples
Danggogae Catholic Martyrs' Shrine is located on the small hill just five minutes away from Yongsan Eletronics Market. 1…
Seoul(Jongno-gu) · Temples
Geumseonsa Temple, which is located at the foot of Samgaksan (Bukhansan) Mountain, is within easy access from downtown S…
Seoul(Eunpyeong-gu) · Temples
Cheongansa Temple was first built in 1960, and was re-built in 2009. It has many pagodas and monuments: a pagoda filled…
Seoul(Jongno-gu) · Temples
Inwangsa Temple refers to the entire cluster of small Buddhist temples located on Inwangsan Mountain (alt. 338m) in the…
Seoul(Jongno-gu) · Temples
The Templestay Information Center is located across the street from Jogyesa Temple, and can easily be accessed from Angu…