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• Information
  Introduction
  Donghwasa Temple is located on the south side of Palgongsan Mountain, about 22km northeast of Daegu. It was built by Monk Geukdal in the 15th year of King Soji’s reign (AD 493). The original name of the temple was Yugasa Temple, but Simjiwangsa rebuilt the temple under King Heungdeok (r. AD 826-836) and named it Donghwasa Temple, which means even during the winter season, the paulownia tree still blooms. The present temple was built in 1732.
  
  When you turn the corner, the first thing that catches your eye is the Seolbeopjeon Hall. To the left of Seolbeopjeon is Daeungjeon Hall, the main building, and a path to the right leads to Geumgang Stairs. If you turn left in the direction of Daeungjeon you will see Bongseoru Pavilion, aptly named to signify a phoenix (bonghwang in Korean) with its tail pointed downward. Past Bongseoru are stairs that are typical of the ones leading into Daeungjeon, called "Nugak Stairs". On either side of the stairs are railings in the shape of a dragon, and in the middle of the stairs, there is a round stone marble that resembles a dragon orb, a ball often associated with dragons.
  
  Donghwasa’s Daeungjeon is segmented into 3 sections at the front and side, and its natural looking pillars are one of its main attractions. It includes the statues of Seokgamonibul, Amitabul, and Yaksayeoraebul inside. If you walk down the stone stairs beside Bongseoru and walk along the cement road for a while, you will find the huge Seokjoyaksa Yeoraebul. Created as a prayer for reunification, this large Buddha statue is 17m high. The stone tower, stone light, lion statue, and the lotus flower that decorate the Buddha statue are all very large in size. Behind the statue are also stones arranged in a circular form, resembling a beautiful scroll painting. These are world-class size stone artifacts.
  
  Closed
  N/A (Open all year round)
  
  Hiking Course
  * Ticket Booth - Donghwasa Temple - Budoam Hermitage - Yeombulam Hermitage - Dongbong Peak (3.5km)
  * Gatbawi Parking Lot - Gatbawi Rock - Jeonbonjae - Dongneung - Eunhaesa Temple (5km)
  * Hakmyeong-dong - Gasan - Pagyejae - Dongbong Peak - Eunhaesa Temple - Parking lot
  
  Operating Hours
  Sunrise - Sunset
  
  Parking Facilities
  Available
  
  Admission Fees
  Individuals: Adults 2,500 won / Teenagers 1,500 won / Children 1,000 won
  Groups: Teenagers 1,200 won / Children 800 won
  
  * Groups: 30 people or more
  
  Parking Fees
  Small vehicle: 2,500 won / Large vehicle: 5,000 won
  
  Pets
  Not permitted
  
  
• Tourist Sites

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    Palgongsan Natural Park (Donghwasa Temple District) (팔공산자연공원)

    Region : Dong-gu Daegu
    Type : Mountains
    Palgongsan Natural Park is located close to Palgongsan Mountain, one of the larger mountains in the Taebaek Mountain Range. Palgongsan Mountain is located 20 ki...

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    Palgongsan Cable Car (팔공산 케이블카)

    Region : Dong-gu Daegu
    Type : Mountains
    Palgongsan Cable Car takes visitors a ride on an ascending slope, offering both thrill and beautiful views. The cable car's landing platform is at the top of Si...

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    Daegu Safety Theme Park (대구시민안전테마파크)

    Region : Dong-gu Daegu
    Type : Others
    Daegu Safety Theme Park was established to provide citizens with education on safety measures in an emergency situation. The theme park has experience stations ...

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    Daegu Bangjja Brassware Museum (대구 방짜유기박물관)

    Region : Dong-gu Daegu
    Type : Museums
    Bangjja Brassware Museum is the first original museum of its kind in Korea. Unknown to many, Bangjja Brassware possesses a host of beneficial attributes and is ...

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    Gyeongsan Seonbonsa Temple (선본사(경산))

    Region : Gyeongsan-si Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Type : Temples/ Religious Sites
    Seonbonsa Temple is a centrally administered temple of the Jogye Order. It was originally built in 491 by Geukdal, and later repaired in 1641. The temple is hom...

• Accommodation

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    PyoChungJae Experience Center [Korea Quality] / 표충재 전통체험관 [한국관광 품질인증]

    Region : Dong-gu Daegu
    Type : Hanok
    Pyochungjae Hanok is located in the historical site of General Shin Sunggyeom in Dong-gu, Daegu. It's where General Shin Sunggyeom was killed in a battle again...

• Restaurants

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    Blue Moon Restaurant (블루문)

    Region : Dong-gu Daegu
    Type : Western Food
    Located at the foot of Palgongsan Mountain, Blue Moon is a great place to enjoy authentic steaks and fusion dishes. Take a stroll in the nearby park and watch t...

• Shopping
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• Transportation
  Directions
  [Train]
  Take a train from Seoul Station to Dongdaegu Station.
  
  [Bus]
  Take Express Bus No. 1 from the bus stop in front of Dongdaegu Station.
  - Get off at Entrance of Donghwasa Temple Bus Stop. - Walk for approx. 8 min.
  
  [Taxi]
  Approx. 20 min. from Dongdaegu Station
  
  

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