Goyang Heungguksa Temple (흥국사(고양))
Gyeonggi · 82 Heungguksa-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
Open 24 hr
82 Heungguksa-gil, Deogyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
Overview
Heungguksa Temple was founded in AD 661 by the renowned monk Wonhyo. While practicing on nearby Bukhansan Mountain, Wonhyo followed an auspicious light to this site, where he discovered a stone statue of the Bhaisajyaguru Buddha. Believing the location was destined for greatness, he built a temple here and named it Heungseongam, predicting that many saints would emerge from its grounds. Though much of its early history is unrecorded, the temple saw significant development during the 17th and 18th centuries. Throughout the late 19th century, dedicated monks continued to rebuild and expand the grounds, adding several key halls and sacred art that remain part of the temple’s enduring legacy.
Location
How to Get There
Info: +82-2-381-7970
Best Time to Visit
South Korea has four distinct seasons. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are generally the best times to visit for comfortable weather and scenic beauty. Summer (June–August) can be hot and humid, while winter (December–February) brings cold temperatures.
