Sangwonsa Temple (상원사(오대산))
Gangwon · 1215-89, Odaesan-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
Hours
Two hours before sunrise to before sunset
Two hours before sunrise to before sunset
Address
1215-89, Odaesan-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
1215-89, Odaesan-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
Parking
[National Park Parking Lot] Small vehicles 2,000 won Mid-size vehicles 4,000~5,000 won Large vehicles 6,000~7,500 won
[National Park Parking Lot] Small vehicles 2,000 won Mid-size vehicles 4,000~5,000 won Large vehicles 6,000~7,500 won
Overview
Sangwonsa Temple is located 8 kilometers north of Woljeongsa Temple. The temple was built by Buddhist monk Ja Jang in the 12th year of Silla Queen Seondeok, and rebuilt in 705 during the 4th year of King Seongdeok's reign. It burned down in 1946, but was restored once again in 1947. The temple is home to the Bronze Bell of Sangwonsa (a National Treasure), the oldest bronze bell in the nation. The bell, built during the 24th year of King Seongdeok, has a x_height of 1.67 meters and a diameter of 91 centimeters with a beautiful, clear ring. Other relics at the temple include Statue of Child Manjusri, said to have been seen directly by King Sejo, as well as a tablet commending the rebuilding of Sangwonsa Temple, written by King Sejo. Gwangdaegeori, located at the temple entrance, is also connected with King Sejo through a story of his bathing in the pure mountain stream one day while visiting Sangwonsa Temple.
Location
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Info: • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330(English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese)• For more info: +82-33-332-6666
Best Time to Visit
South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are the most popular times to visit. Summer brings humidity and occasional typhoons, while winter is cold but great for ski resorts and festivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two hours before sunrise to before sunset
[National Park Parking Lot]
Small vehicles 2,000 won
Mid-size vehicles 4,000~5,000 won
Large vehicles 6,000~7,500 won
Small vehicles 2,000 won
Mid-size vehicles 4,000~5,000 won
Large vehicles 6,000~7,500 won
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330(English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese)• For more info: +82-33-332-6666
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