Address

160, Heungguksa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
전라남도 여수시 흥국사길 160 (중흥동)

Type

Temples/ Religious Sites

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-685-5633, 6433

Homepage

www.여수흥국사.kr (Korean, English)

• Information
  Introduction
  The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.
  
  Within the compound are other buildings including Wontongjeon, Palsangjeon and Daeungjeon (Main Hall). The temple’s main hall (Treasure 396) is open in its structure and equipped with traditional Korean doors. A Buddhist painting named Hubultaenghwa is designated as Treasure No. 578. At the entrance to the temple is a rainbow-shaped stone bridge called Honggyo Bridge (Treasure No. 563), which is widely known as a distinguished work of art.
  
  On Yeongchwisan Mountain, azaleas begin to bloom in early April and completely take over the mountain by the end of the month. Azalea blossoms create an extravagant view along the ridgeline of Yeongchwibong Peak (439m above sea level) and Jillyebong Peak (510m above sea level). During this period, the Mount Yeongchwisan Azalea Festival takes place.
  
  Current Status
  Cultural Property Materials No.38 (designated on February 29, 1984)
  
  Closed
  N/A (Open all year round)
  
  Activity Information
  Temple stay
  
  Operating Hours
  From sunrise to sunset
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available
  
  Admission Fees
  Adults: Individual: 2,000 won / Group: 2,000 won
  Youths: Individual: 1,500 won / Group: 1,200 won
  Children: Individual: 1,000 won / Group: 800 won
  * Group: 30 people or more
  
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Parking Fees
  Free
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수))

    Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
    Type : Mountains
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    Aeyangwon Church - Reverend Son Yangwon Martyr Memorial Hall) (애양원 - 손양원목사 순교기념관)

    Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
    Type : Exhibition & Memorial Halls
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    Manseong-ri Black Sand Beach (만성리 검은모래해변)

    Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
    Type : Seasides/ Beaches/ Islands
    Manseongni Black Sand Beach is located 3 kilometers to the north along the coastal road from Yeosu Station. The beach, 540 meters in length and 25 meters in wid...

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    Chungminsa Temple (여수충민사)

    Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
    Type : Monuments/ Historical Sites
    Nestled at the foot of Maraesan Mountain (alt. 385.2 m), Chungminsa Temple (Historic Site No. 381) was built by Lee Sieon (unknown - 1624), and was commissioned...

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    Yeosu Ocean Railbike (여수해양레일바이크)

    Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
    Type : Compound Leisure Sports
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• Accommodation

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    Dubai Motel [Korea Quality] / 두바이 모텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
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    Hill Motel [Korea Quality] / 힐 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Hill Motel is located in Hak-dong, Yeosu, Jeollanam-do, a city most famous for the ocean and coast. The motel is conveniently located within a 10-minute ride f...

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    Bellagio Hotel (벨라지오관광호텔)

    Region : Yeosu-si Jeollanam-do
    Type : Tourist Hotel
    Bellagio Hotel is perfectly suited for business events and large family gatherings, with seminar rooms and banquet halls of various sizes. Upscale restaurants w...

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• Shopping
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• Transportation
  Directions
  [Bus]
  From Yeosu Intercity Bus Terminal, take Bus 52 to Heungguksa Temple.
  
  

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