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Bongeunsa Temple
Sight4.6 · 8 6014.4 · 1 353≈ 52 minFree entry9.0 km from the center
A working Buddhist temple of the Jogye order founded in 794, standing amid Gangnam's glass towers opposite the COEX convention centre. The grounds hold wooden pavilions, a stone pagoda and a 23-metre statue of the Maitreya bodhisattva; services run daily, and visitors can join morning chanting or the overnight Templestay programme. A striking contrast of incense and skyscrapers, minutes from Samsung station.
Highlights
- 23-metre stone statue of Maitreya
- Temple of 794 surrounded by Gangnam towers
- Templestay programme with an overnight stay
- Directly opposite the COEX convention centre
Opening hours
| Mon | 05:00 – 22:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 05:00 – 22:00 |
| Wed | 05:00 – 22:00 |
| Thu | 05:00 – 22:00 |
| Fri | 05:00 – 22:00 |
| Sat | 05:00 – 22:00 |
| Sun | 05:00 – 22:00 |
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