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Gwangju Jeungsimsa Temple )

Frequently asked travel questions · 2026-08-20

Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 3
HOURS
04:30-17:00
CLOSED
N/A (Open all year round)
PARKING
Available
01What is Gwangju Jeungsimsa Temple )?
Located on the western foothills of Mudeungsan Mountain, Jeungsimsa Temple is a representative temple of Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City. First founded by Buddhist monk Cheolgamseonsa Do Yun during the Silla dynasty, the temple was re by Buddhist monk Hyesoguksa in 1094 (Goryeo dynasty) and again by Kim Bang in 1443 (Joseon dynasty). The temple was burned down during the Imjin War and was reconstructed in 1609 by three Buddhist monks: Seokgyeong, Sujang, and Dogwang.Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI
02What are the opening hours of Gwangju Jeungsimsa Temple )?
04:30-17:00
03When is Gwangju Jeungsimsa Temple ) closed?
N/A (Open all year round)
04Is parking available at Gwangju Jeungsimsa Temple )?
Available
05Where is Gwangju Jeungsimsa Temple ) located?
177 Jeungsimsa-gil, Dong-gu, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
Inquiries: +82-507-1427-0259

Source: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL). Please check with the venue before visiting.