Mugaksa Temple (무각사) - Sightseeing - Korea travel and tourism information

Mugaksa Temple (무각사)

Explanation

Nestled at the foot of Yeouisan Mountain in the business center of Gwangju, Mugaksa Temple is an urban Buddhist Temple. Unlike other urban Buddhist Temples, Mugaksa Temple has all the elements of a traditional temple. The temple is used as a cultural resting area and artistic spot for meetings without any religious barrier. The temple is also the starting point of the 2 kilometer walking trail to the 5.18 Memorial Park, leading to a constant flow of visitors.

Inquiry

+82-62-383-0108

Homepage

tour.gwangju.go.kr

Information Use

Years experience : Open to visitors ages 8 & over

Contact and Information : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-62-383-0108

Opening day : 1971

Parking facilities : Available (approx. 100 parking spaces)

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

Hours : Open 24 hr

More information

Hiking Course
[Walking trail] Around Mugaksa Temple and 5.18 Memorial Park (1.5 km)

Tour Course Information
Mugaksa Temple - 5.18 Park walking trail - 5.18 Park Exhibition Hall

Shopping Information
Lotus Book Cafe: Coffee, drinks, books and Buddhism related items

Admission Fees
Free

Restrooms
Available

Available Facilities
[Convenience facilities] Pavilion, observatory, walking trail, etc.
[Educational facilities] Templestay Meditation Center, Tea Ceremony Experience Room, lecture room
[Exercise facilities] Water playground, children playground, weight training facilities, etc.

Parking Fees
Free

Interpretation Services Offered
Information in language of Sri Lanka available

Location

230, Uncheon-ro, Seo-gu, Gwangju

Directions