Naesosa Temple (Buan) (내소사 (부안))

Address 243, Naesosa-ro, Jinseo-myeon, Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do 전라북도 부안군 진서면 내소사로 243 Type Temples Inquiries • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-63-583-7281 Homepage naesosa.org (Korean only) english.knps.or.kr (Korean, English, Chinese, Japanese)

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Introduction

Naesosa Temple was built by Buddhist Monk Hye-Gu in 633 AD during the Baekje Dynasty and was rebuilt by Monk Cheong-Min in 1633 during the Joseon Dynasty. The Daeungbojeon (the main hall) was built at this time. In 1986, the temple area (radius of 500m) was named a culturally protected area. On both sides of the main gate (600m across) are large fir trees, which also line the path into the temple. As you continue down the walkway, you’ll come across a row of cherry trees. Just before the temple itself, are four gods called Sacheonwangsang that “guard” the temple. Upon reaching the temple itself (just past the guards) the first thing you’ll notice is the 1000-year-old Dangsan tree. Long ago, people used the base of the tree as a site of prayer. Housed in Beomjonggak is a bronze bell that can be found in many Buddhist Temples. This particular bell was made during the Goryeo Era and is engraved with three images of Buddha, called “Samjonsang.” The center building of the temple, called “Daeungbojeon” is also an artistic masterpiece, decorated with splendid colors and designs. The flower Salmun doors featuring lotus and Chrysanthemum flowers add another element of traditional beauty to the building. Of all the temple treasures, Haewuso (meaning “a place that gets rid of worrries”) is not to be missed. True to its name, you’ll almost find yourself forgetting all your worries as you listen to the soft swaying of the surrounding bamboo grove.

Telephone

+82-63-583-7281

Closed

N/A (Open all year round)

Activity Information

Temple Stay Temple Stay for Relaxation (2-Days) Adults: 40,000 won / Youths: 30,000 won 2-Day Temple Stay Program Adults: 60,000 won / Youths: 40,000 won For more details: Tel) +82-63-583-3035

Operating Hours

Winter season: 08:30-17:30 Summer season: 08:00-18:00

Parking Facilities

Cars: 155 parking spaces Bus: 24 parking spaces ※ Inquiries: +82-63-583-2443

Admission Fees

Individuals Adults: 2,000 won / Youths: 800 won / Children: 500 won Groups (30 or more people) Adults: 1,800 won / Youths: 700 won / Children: 400 won

Parking Fees

[For the first 1 hour] Small cars: 500 won Compact vehicles: 1,000 won Mid-sized cars: 1,500 won Large-sized cars: 2,000 won [Each additional 10 minutes after 1 hr max.] Small cars: 100 won Compact vehicles: 200 won Mid-sized cars: 300 won Large-sized cars: 400 won [More than 9 hrs] Small cars: 5,000 won Compact vehicles: 10,000 won Mid-sized cars: 15,000 won Large-sized cars: 20,000 won Daily parking is limited to 24hrs max.

Interpretation Services Offered

To make reservation, refer to website or contact +82-63-583-3035 (Korean, English)

Baby Stroller Rentals

Not available

Pets

Not permitted

Directions

From Buan Bus Terminal, take a bus bound for Naesosa Temple (내소사). Get off at the Naesosa Temple and walk 800m to the temple. [Taxi] It takes about 30min by taxi from Buan Bus Terminal to Naesosa Temple.   For more updates about Korea Tourism, Like/Follow these following Official SNS Accounts of Korea Tourism Organization both Korea and Manila Office. Like KTO Manila on Facebook: Korea Tourism Organization Manila Office Follow KTO Manila on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KTOManila Plus Friend on KakaoTalk: @ktomanila Like KTO on Facebook: Korea Tourism Organization Follow KTO on Twitter: https://twitter.com/KoreanTravel VisitKorea Website: http://www.visitkorea.or.kr   Like Imagine your Korea on Facebook: Imagine your Korea ‪#‎KTO‬ ‪#‎Korea‬ ‪#‎KTOManila‬ ‪#‎WowKoreaSupporters‬ cezzsykoreanophile.blogspot.com