Bongeunsa Temple

Bongeunsa· 4 min
FREE · 794 AD · 23m Maitreya Buddha Open today

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1,200-year-old Buddhist temple wedged between Gangnam skyscrapers. The 23-meter Maitreya Buddha statue is the photo spot. Templestay program available.

Sunset visit. Light the lanterns and watch them framed against COEX glass. Most surreal old-meets-new shot in Seoul.

Category History · Culture
Area Gangnam (강남)
Hours Open daily
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