Paju Bogwangsa Temple (보광사(파주))

Key facts
| Address | 87 Bogwang-ro 474beon-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do |
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| Map | Google Maps |
Overview
Bogwangsa Temple is located on the foothills of Goryeongsan Mountain in Paju. It was founded by Doseon in 894, and rebuilt many times throughout the years. Currently existing temple buildings include the Main Hall (Daeungjeon Hall), Wontongjeon, Jijangjeon Hall, Jijangjeon, Ungjinjeon, Sansingak, Manseoru, and Seungdang. In addition, there are plaques in the handwriting of King Yeongjo and Kim Jeong-hui, as well as a single stupa. The area surrounding Bogwangsa Temple is also a popular natural tourist destination, where forests, valleys, and lakes harmonize beautifully.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI (English tourism information service, data.go.kr). Hours, fees and dates can change, so check the official information before visiting.



