Songgwangsa Temple (Suncheon) (송광사(순천))

0m 50951 2024-03-08

100 Songgwangsaan-gil, Songgwang-myeon, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-755-0107

Songgwangsa Temple is a temple located to the west of Jogyesan Mountain and is known as one of the three priceless temples along with Haeinsa Temple in Hapcheon and Tongdosa Temple in Yangsan. It was founded during the Silla dynasty and boasts cultural assets including four national treasures and 26 treasures, along with over 80 buildings including the Daeungbojeon Hall. Additionally, it operates the Buddhist Museum exhibiting temple cultural assets, a Buddhist university, and templestay programs.

Jogyesan Provincial Park (조계산도립공원)

646.7206168844905m 14507 2021-08-27

Seungjugoemok 1-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-1577-2013

Located in both Seungju-eup and Songgwang-myeon of Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do, Jogyesan Mountain has two famous Buddhist temples on it, Seonamsa Temple and Songgwangsa Temple. It is a relatively low mountain with rounded corners and a soft tranquility.

Around Seonamsa Temple there are several peaks such as Wolchulbong Peak, Janggunbong Peak and Gitdaebong Peak as well as the Ilweolseok boulder. This area is always crowded with visitors all year round due to the famous Songgwangsa and Seonamsa temples. There are hikers who visit Jogyesan Mountain as well; the mountain is known to have gradual slopes and walking paths, making it great for a light stroll.

Seonamsa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage] (선암사 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

5.0 Km 39627 2022-12-28

450, Seonamsa-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-754-6250

Seonamsa is a beautiful temple located at the east end of Jogyesan Mountain. The distance between the entrance and the temple site is approximately one kilometer. The temple site is nestled within a lush forest of diverse trees that are hundreds of years old. In front of the temple is an arched stone bridge named Seungseongyo Bridge, which is supported by natural bedrocks. In front of the main hall, Daeungjeon Hall, are two three-story stone pagodas that grab visitors' attention. Not only is Seonamsa Temple home to many of the country's pristine treasures and artifacts, it is also one of the few temples that preserve the traditional temple culture even as of today. Seonamsa Temple is beautiful throughout the year, but it is especially inviting in spring and fall when the flowers start to bloom and tree leaves change in color.

Suncheon Wild Tea House (순천전통야생차체험관)

5.3 Km 18070 2019-10-16

450, Seonamsa-gil, Seungju-eup, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-789-4500

Suncheon Wild Tea house is a tea experience house. It is located on the road to Seonamsa Temple in Jogyesan Mountain. At the Suncheon Wild Tea House, visitors can experience the beauty and the composure of a traditional Korean style house while enjoying the delicate flavor and scent of tea surrounded by scent of pine trees. Available programs are darye (manners of tea drinking) experience, tea making, tea cookie tasting and education on tea ceremony.

Ganghyunjae[Korea Quality] / 강현재[한국관광 품질인증]

8.6 Km 1 2023-09-11

31-1 , Ganae-gil, Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-9220-5904

Ganghyunjae is a hanok accommodation located in Boseong, Jeollanam-do where you can relax in the peaceful atmosphere of a rural village. It is a restored hanok that was completely destroyed by fire during the Korean War. The toenmaru (narrow wooden porch) window wall creates a cozy atmosphere inside. Along the toenmaru, there are four guest rooms, and the Sarangbang (study room) is equipped with teaware for guests to enjoy tea. For the guests' convenience, there is a large dining table and a kitchen where they can prepare meals. There is an outdoor barbecue facility on one side of the yard. The house next to Ganghyunjae is the birthplace of Seo Jae-pil, and nearby tourist attractions include Hwasun Juam Lake and Daewonsa Temple.

Mokimdang [Korea Quality] / 목임당 [한국관광 품질인증]

8.7 Km 2 2023-09-11

18-33 , Ganae-gil, Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-5217-8041

Mokimdang is a private hanok stay located in the historic village of Mundeok-myeon in Boseong-gun, Jeollanam-do. It was introduced in EBS Culture Program <Architecture Exploration, House>. The accomodation consists of three rooms - ondol room, bedroom, and kitchen, plus two bathroom/toilets - and of course a yard. Guests need to bring their own toiletries, and can bring their dogs with them - though there’s an extra charge for this. English language local information is available. The beautiful Sonngwangsa and its hermitage Bulil-am are nearby, as is the Daewonsa Tibet Museum.

Ryuhwanggawonnim [Korea Quality]류황가원림[한국관광 품질인증]

11.8 Km 0 2023-10-26

806-70 , Jojeongnae-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-10-9268-6524

Ryuhwanggawonnim is a hanok pension in Naganeupseong Walled Town, Suncheon, Jeollanam-do. The pension stands in the midst of cypress wood, and visitors will quickly sense the healing phytoncides. Guest accommodation is in the sarangchae, and consists of two rooms with two beds and two bathrooms, plus a raised-floor numaru, where guests can enjoy a cup of tea while taking in the fresh air and beautiful scenery. Clean bedding is provided. The pension only accepts bookings from one group per day.

Naganminsok National Recreational Forest (국립 낙안민속자연휴양림)

11.8 Km 22528 2020-12-03

1600, Minsongmaeul-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-754-4400

Naganminsok National Recreational Forest is situated in Nagan-myeon, Suncheon, conveniently accessible by train and bus. Just two kilometers from the historic Naganeupseong Walled Town, Naganminsok National Recreational Forest boasts exquisite surroundings. Some famous attractions near the forest are Songgwangsa Temple, Seonamsa Temple, Juamho Lake, and Sangsaho Lake, offering opportunities to appreciate ancient temples and the glow of the setting sun over the lakes. Perhaps more famous nearby attractions, though, are the breathtaking rows of reeds at Suncheonman Bay and Naganeupseong Walled Town, the home of cultural festivals and events.

The forest is surrounded by mountains and a river with a homely garden atmosphere. The two beautiful mountains, Geumjeonsan and Obongsan snuggly envelop Naganminsok National Recreational Forest. On rainy days, visitors can enjoy spectacular cascading falls of water at Cheonyeopokpo Falls within the forest.

Naganeupseong Walled Town (순천 낙안읍성)

12.0 Km 86815 2022-12-28

30, Chungmin-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-749-8831

Naganeupseong Walled Town is located in Jeollanam-do, and contains a fortress town that is over 59,504 ㎡ in size. The fortress walls were built using square-shaped stones to reach 4 meters in x_height, 3 to 4 meters in x_width, and 1,410 meters in total length. The town consists of three neighborhoods along the east, south and west of the fortress walls. The village is overall well preserved, allowing visitors to observe houses and lifestyles that have all been passed down from the past. The town is highly valued as a historical and cultural resource for studying traditional folk customs.

Naganeupseong Folk Culture Festival (낙안읍성 민속문화축제)

12.2 Km 9494 2023-10-18

30 Chungmin-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do
+82-61-749-8831

Naganeupseong Folk Culture Festival is held in Naganeupseong Walled Town, a Historic Site, featuring various programs that allow visitors to experience traditional folk food, gugak performances, circus acts and much more. There will also be historical events such as Baekjungnori (folk play), a recreation of the fortress construction, a horseback parade, and many other events.

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