Incheon Yonggungsa Temple (용궁사 (인천))

  • Incheon Yonggungsa Temple (용궁사 (인천))
  • Incheon Yonggungsa Temple (용궁사 (인천))
  • Incheon Yonggungsa Temple (용궁사 (인천))
  • Incheon Yonggungsa Temple (용궁사 (인천))
  • Incheon Yonggungsa Temple (용궁사 (인천))
  • Incheon Yonggungsa Temple (용궁사 (인천))

Explanation

Yonggungsa Temple is located in the same region as the Incheon International Airport and sits on the northeastern slopes of Baegunsan Mountain. During the Silla Kingdom (about 1,300 years ago), the temple was named ‘Baegunsa’ by King Munmu, in reference to the temple’s mountain home. During the Joseon dynasty, it was the temporary residence of Heungseon Daewongun (1820-1898, a politician and father of King Gojong), who stayed at the temple for 10 years praying for his son to ascend to the throne. When his son was finally crowned king, Heungseon Daewongun rebuilt the temple and changed the name to Yonggungsa.

The temple consists of various buildings such as Gwaneumjeon (re-constructed by Heungseon Daewongun), Yosachae (home of the monks), Chilseonggak, and Yonghwanggak. In Yosachae, the writings of Heungseon Daewongun are hung on the wall and recently, an 11 meter-high statue of Maitreya was put in place. In front of the temple are two 1,300 year-old zelkova trees.


Inquiry

+82-32-746-1361


Homepage

itour.incheon.go.kr


Information Use

Years experience : Open to visitors of all ages

Contact and Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-32-746-1361

Parking facilities : Available

Day off : N/A (Open all year round)

Hours : Open 24 hr


More information

Restrooms
Available

Admission Fees
Free

Location

199-1, Unnam-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon