Overview
Unjusa Temple is unlike other temples in that it has unusual Buddha statues and pagodas – it is often referred to as a mysterious temple. The founder of Unjusa Temple is not known but it is speculated that it was built during the Silla Period (BC 57~935).
Unjusa does not have a Geumgangmun or Cheonwangmun, which are very often seen in Buddhist temples. The first thing you see when you enter Unjusa is the 9-story stone pagoda (National Treasure no. 796). The tower, again, does not have intricate designs, and is very simple. As you walk past the 9-story pagoda, you come to a forked road. Turning left, you will see Chilseong Rock. Because it resembles the 7 stars of the Big Dipper, some people argue that the rock is imitating the constellation. Follow the same road further and you will see two Buddha statues, called Wabul, where Buddha is resting on its side, lying down. These statues are, among the ones in Unjusa Temple, the most intricate in design and execution. Go up a bit further, and you will see the Siwibul Statue standing. Pass Siwibul Statue through the thick groves, and you will come to a series of 7-storey and 5-storey stone pagodas. What makes the stone pagodas of Unjusa Temple interesting to examine is that they each boats several unique designs and features.
Utilization information
Opening hours, closed days and other practical details.
- Contact
- • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(English, Korean, Japaesen, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-374-0660 - Parking
- Available
- Hours
- Summer Season 08:00-18:00 / Winter Season 08:00-17:00
Updated 2016.04.14
Admission Fees
Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers 2,000 won / Children 1,000 won
[Groups]
Adults 2,500 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 800 won
* Groups of 30 people or more
Parking Fees
Restrooms
Access
How to get here by subway or bus, with a map.
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Bus
From Gwangju Bus Terminal, go to Gwangcheon Terminal and take city bus No. 318 (1 hour 20 min ride)or 218 (only take buses with 'Unjusa Temple' sign / 1 hour 30 min ride).
Train
From Gwangju Station, go to Gwangcheon Terminal by taxi (10 min ride). In front of the terminal, take city bus N. 318 or 218.
Taxi
Takes 30 min from Hwasun Intercity Bus Terminal.
91-44, Cheontae-ro, Doam-myeon, Hwasun-gun, Jeollanam-do
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