Gwangju Jeungsimsa Temple (증심사(광주))

Located on the western foothills of Mudeungsan Mountain, Jeungsimsa Temple is a representative temple of Gwangju. 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. It underwent several additional restorations before being destroyed again by fire during the Korean War. Most of the existing buildings, including Daeungjeon Halll (main temple building), were rebuilt in the 1970s.

Opening Hours

04:30-17:00  

Holiday

N/A (Open all year round)  

Parking

Available  

Inquiries

+82-507-1427-0259  

Admission Fees

Free

Available Facilities

Temple hall, walking path, trekking path, restrooms, drinking facilities, etc.