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Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))
- Address
- 160, Heungguksa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do
전라남도 여수시 흥국사길 160 (중흥동) - Type
- Temples/ Religious Sites
- Inquiries
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• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-685-5633, 6433,
+82-61-690-8403 - Homepage
- www.여수흥국사.kr
(Korean, English)
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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 Korean traditional 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.
Telephone
+82-61-685-5633, 6433, +82-61-690-8403
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
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