Explanation
Located in the east valley of Gyeryongsan Mountain in Hakbong-ri, Banpo-myeon, Gongju, Donghaksa Temple is the first and the oldest existing academic institute for female monks. Home to about 150 monks who study and practice Buddhism, the temple is the most visited spot on all of Gyerongsan Mountain due to its history, convenient location, and visitor facilities.
The elegant structure of the temple is x_heighted by the majestic view of Munpilbong Peak to its front. In the spring, many visitors come to the temple to see the cherry blossom tunnel, a 3 kilometer pathway from Bakjeongja three-way intersection to Donghaksa Temple. Every year since 1993 the temple has also been the venue of the Donghaksa Spring Flower Festival.
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Contact and Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-42-825-2570
Parking facilities : Available
Day off : N/A (Open all year round)
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Admission Fees
Individual - Adults 3,000 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 1,000 won
* 500 won discount for groups of 30 or more people
* Adults (ages 19-65) / Teenagers (ages 13-18) / Children (ages 7-12)
* Free admission (with ID): Senior citizens (ages 66 and older)
Parking Fees
One-day only
Bus 7,000 won / Sedan 4,000 won / Light-weigh vehicles 2,000 won
Restrooms
Available
Location
462, Donghaksa 1-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do