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Address

73, Guinsa-gil, Yeongchun-myeon, Danyang-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do
충청북도 단양군 영춘면 구인사길 73 (영춘면)

Type

Temples/ Religious Sites

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-43-423-7100

• Information
  Introduction
  Guinsa Temple, located below Yeonhwabong Peak of Sobaeksan Mountain, is the headquarters of the Cheontae Order of Korean Buddhism and now presides over 140 temples across the nation. Standing on a lot measuring a total of 15,014 square meters, the temple has an impressive, 5-story main sanctuary as well as over 50 chambers and is bordered by modern buildings that can accommodate up to 10,000 visitors.
  
  The temple was established by Monk Sangwol Wongak, who first created a small cottage of arrowroot vine at the site as a place to practice asceticism. After receiving revelation about the truths of the universe, the monk created Guinsa Temple in the spirit of celebration. Completed in 1945, the temple was renovated in 1966 using a concrete frame, which was a very unique and modern construction practice at the time.
  
  Must-see parts of the temple include Deabeopdang Hall (the main sanctuary) and Beopeobi Monument (a Buddhist sermon monument). The 5-story Daebeopdang Hall (est. April 29, 1980) is the largest Buddhist sanctuary in the nation and can seat up to 5,000 people. Beopeobi (full name: Beopeobi of Great Monk Sangwol) is a stone monument engraved with the teachings of the Great Monk Sangwol. The writings on the monument reflect the beliefs of the Tripitaka Koreana, one of the foundational texts of Buddhism.
  
  Telephone
  +82-43-423-7100
  
  Closed
  N/A (Open all year round)
  
  Activity Information
  [Guinsa Temple Stay]
  - Baekryeonhwagae (Special)
  - Retreat Program (Regular)
  - Have a cup of tea (Special)
  - Explore nearby attractions (Regular)
  
  * Please refer to home page for more details.
  (www.templestay.com)
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available (paid parking lot)
  
  Restrooms
  Available
  
  Admission Fees
  Free
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Danyang Ondal Cave (단양 온달동굴)

    Region : Danyang-gun Chungcheongbuk-do
    Type : Lakes/ Rivers/ Caves
    Ondal Cave is located underground at the foot of Seongsan Mountain, where Ondalsanseong Fortress is situated. It is a natural limestone cave that is estimated t...

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    Ondal Tourist Park (온달관광지)

    Region : Danyang-gun Chungcheongbuk-do
    Type : Industrial Tours
    Located to the west of Sobaeksan National Park and Guinsa Temple, Ondal Tourist Park spans a vast area of 97,011 square meters. The attractions and facilities i...

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    Danyang Ondal Open Film Set (단양 온달 오픈세트장)

    Region : Danyang-gun Chungcheongbuk-do
    Type :
    The Ondal Open Film Set has been the scene of many popular Korean dramas, including Cheonchutaehu (천추태후), Taewangsasingi (태왕사신기), Kingdom of the Wind (바람의나라), I...

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    Cheondong Cave (천동동굴)

    Region : Danyang-gun Chungcheongbuk-do
    Type : Lakes/ Rivers/ Caves
    Situated on the outskirts of a mountain behind Cheondong-ri (Danyang), Cheondong Cave is a limestone cave of 470m in length. Created 450 million years ago, the ...

• Accommodation

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    Carpediem - Goodstay (카르페디엠 [우수숙박시설 굿스테이])

    Region : Danyang-gun Chungcheongbuk-do
    Type : Inn/Motel
    Located in Darian National Park of Danyang, Chungbuk, Carpe Diem Pension’s name means 'seize the day. Unique exterior of wooden building is impressive with whit...

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• Transportation
  Directions
  [Bus]
  From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Guinsa Temple.
  Bus Schedule: 06:59-18:00, 1 hour intervals
  
  Or,
  From Dannyang Bus Terminal, take an intercity bus to Guinsa Temple.
  Bus Schedule: 09:20-20:20 (1 hour intervals), 20:50
  
  * Bus schedules are subject to change.