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Hwaeomsa Temple (화엄사)

Hwaeomsa Temple (화엄사)

Introduction

Situated at the foot of Jirisan Mountain, 5.4 kilometers east of Gurye-eup, Hwaeomsa Temple was constructed in the 22nd year of King Seong's reign (544) during the Baekje era, but was burnt down during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The temple was rebuilt in 1636 after seven years of reconstruction. The temple has various cultural assets including National Treasures, Treasures, a Natural Monument, and local cultural assets as well as 20 different buildings.

Basic Information

Address 539, Hwaeomsa-ro, Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do (57616)
Phone +82-61-783-7600
Website www.hwaeomsa.org
www.templestay.com
Last Updated 2021/02/05
Closed N/A (Open all year round)
Information • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-61-783-7600,
+82-61-782-0019, +82-61-782-7600
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Additional Information

Restrooms Available

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