Gochang Seonunsa Temple (선운사 (고창))
250, Seonunsa-ro, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
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Gochang Seonunsa Temple (선운사 (고창)) is a attraction in 250, Seonunsa-ro,. Seonunsa Temple is known to have been built in 577, the 24th year of King Wideok of the Baekje dynasty. Use the address, map link, visitor details, and official links below before deciding whether it fits your Korea itinerary.
About Gochang Seonunsa Temple (선운사 (고창))
Seonunsa Temple is known to have been built in 577, the 24th year of King Wideok of the Baekje dynasty. It is the second head temple of Jogye Order in Jeollabuk-do. According to the temple's historical records, it was originally a very large temple with 89 hermitages and 3,000 monks. Today, only four hermitages remain: Dosoram, Chamdangam, Dongunam, and Seoksangam. In addition, the temple is home to 25 prestigious heritages, namely the Forest of Common Camellias, which is designated as ㅁ Natural Monument. A festival dedicated to this forest is held every April.
- Type
- Attraction
- Address
- 250, Seonunsa-ro, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
- Postal code
- 56452
- Phone
- • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-63-561-1422
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- Updated
- 2024-04-07
- Data last synced
- 2026-06-25
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Gochang Seonunsa Temple (선운사 (고창)) FAQ
Where is Gochang Seonunsa Temple (선운사 (고창)) located?
250, Seonunsa-ro, Gochang-gun, Jeonbuk-do
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