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Address

94-11, Bunhwang-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
경상북도 경주시 분황로 94-11 (구황동)

Type

Temples/ Religious Sites

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-54-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-54-742-9922, 9937

Homepage

www.bunhwangsa.org (Korean only)

• Information
  Introduction
  Bunhwangsa Temple was built during the year 634 and the third year of Queen Seondeok's rule, the 27th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. Prominent Buddhist priests Wonhyo and Jajang have resided at the temple.
  
  As the temple has a long history, it once held many historical relics but most of them have been lost due to the Mongolian invasion and the Japanese invasion of Korea in 1592. The remaining relics are Mojeon Stone Tower, Hwajaengguksabibu (A memorial stone placed in memory of Wonhyo, a renown Buddhist priest from the Silla Kingdom), Samnyongbyeoneojeong (A well in which the three dragons that protected Silla were believed to reside), and Danggan Pillars.
  
  Mojeon Stone Tower, the 30th National Treasure reaching a height of 9.3 meters, was built using bricks carved from andesite rocks. While the tower is presumed to be originally a 7-9 story structure, only 3 stories remain today. Danggan Pillars, two stone pillars that stand 3.6 meters high, are located at the entrance of Punhwangsa Temple. Danggan refers to flagpoles made of either wood, metal or stone that were used to hang flags which signified Buddhist festivals so that even people far away would be aware of them. The pillars are supported by stone turtles, a unique feature as most pillars do not possess such characteristics. There are also statues of Buddha displayed in the yard of Gyeongju National Museum. These statues were found in a well situated 30 meters north of the rear wall of Bunhwangsa Temple.
  
  Administration
  Bunhwangsa Temple
  
  Telephone
  +82-54-742-9922
  
  Closed
  N/A (Open all year round)
  
  Operating Hours
  09:00-18:00
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available
  
  Admission Fees
  For cultural asset viewing only.
  
  Individuals
  Adults 1,300 won
  Teenagers 1,000 won
  Children 800 won
  
  Groups (30 or more)
  Adults 1,300 won
  Teenagers 900 won
  Children 700 won
  
  ※ Free admission
      Senior citizens (ages 65 and over)
      People with disabilities
      People of national merit
      Buddhist monks and their companions
      Devotees with certificates
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Facilities for the Handicapped
  Restrooms
  
  Korean Info. Service
  Tour guide service (Contact Gyeongju City Hall)
  
  Interpretation Services Offered
  Tour guide service (Contact Gyeongju City Hall)
  
  
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    Gyeongju Donggung Palace and Wolji Pond (경주 동궁과 월지, 안압지)

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    Geumgwanchong Tomb (금관총)

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    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
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    Bonghwangdae (Gyeongju) (봉황대-경주)

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    The Divine Bell of King Seongdeok (성덕대왕신종)

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    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
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• Accommodation

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    Hwarang Guesthouse - Goodstay (화랑 게스트하우스 [우수숙박시설 굿스테이])

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    Type : Inn/Motel
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    Gyeongju Gaon Guest House - Goodstay (경주가온게스트하우스[우수숙박시설 굿스테이])

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    141 Mini Hotel - Goodstay (141미니호텔[우수숙박시설 굿스테이])

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
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    Gyeongju Guesthouse Yeohaenggil - Goodstay (경주게스트하우스 여행길[우수숙박시설 굿스테이])

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    Hanjin Hostel (한진호스텔)

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    Type : Youth Hostel
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• Restaurants

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    Hwangnam Bread (황남빵)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Bars/ Cafes/ Clubs
    Hwangnam-style bread was first made by Choi Yeong-hwa in Hwangnam-dong, Gyeongju, in 1939. The Gyeongju Choi family has a rich history of making rice cakes with...

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    Sukyoung Sikdang (숙영식당)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Korean Food
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    Pyeongyang Naengmyeon (평양냉면)

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    Type : Korean Food
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    Yosokkoong (요석궁)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Korean Food
    Named after Silla King Muyeol's daughter, Princess Yoseok, Yosokkoong serves traditional Korean food. The resturant is run by the Choi family, who settled on th...

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    Toobbul Korean BBQ (투뿔한우)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Korean Food
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• Shopping

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    Gyeongju Seongdong Market (경주 성동시장)

    Region : Gyeongju-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Traditional Markets
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    Gyeongju Jungang Market (경주 중앙시장)

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    Type : Traditional Markets
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• Transportation
  Directions
  Seoul to Gyeongju
  
  [Bus]
  From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal (Gangbyeon Station (Seoul Subway Line 2, Exit 4))
  -Take a bus to Gyeongju (Travel Times: 4hrs. / First bus at 07:00, last bus at 24:00)
  
  [Train]
  From Seoul Station, take train to Singyeongju station.
  (Express KTX Line; operates 20 times a day / Travel Times: 2 hours)
  * Operating hours changes on week and weekend.
  
  Or
  
  From Seoul Station, take train to Gyeongju.
  (KTX - Mugunghwa Line; operates 18 times a day, stop at  Dongdaegu station / Travel Times: 3 hours)
  
  
  Dong Seoul Bus Terminal: +82-1688-5979
  Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal Service Center +82-1666-5599
  Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal +82-54-772-2377
  Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal +82-54-741-4000
  
  Gyeongju to Bunhwangsa Temple
  
  From Gyeongju Express Bus Terminal, take bus 10, 70 or 100.
  -Get off at Gyeonggo-Sageori station, and walk to Bunhwangsa Temple. (Travel Times: 30 mins).
  
  Or
  
  From Singyeongju Station, take bus 70 or 700.
  -Get off at Gyeonggo-Sageori station.