Sangwonsa Temple (상원사(오대산))
1215-89, Odaesan-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
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Sangwonsa Temple (상원사(오대산)) is a attraction in 1215-89, Odaesan-ro,. Sangwonsa Temple is located 8 kilometers north of Woljeongsa Temple. Use the address, map link, visitor details, and official links below before deciding whether it fits your Korea itinerary.
About Sangwonsa Temple (상원사(오대산))
Sangwonsa Temple is located 8 kilometers north of Woljeongsa Temple. The temple was built by Buddhist monk Ja Jang in the 12th year of Silla Queen Seondeok, and rebuilt in 705 during the 4th year of King Seongdeok's reign. It burned down in 1946, but was restored once again in 1947. The temple is home to the Bronze Bell of Sangwonsa (a National Treasure), the oldest bronze bell in the nation. The bell, built during the 24th year of King Seongdeok, has a x_height of 1.67 meters and a diameter of 91 centimeters with a beautiful, clear ring. Other relics at the temple include Statue of Child Manjusri, said to have been seen directly by King Sejo, as well as a tablet commending the rebuilding of Sangwonsa Temple, written by King Sejo. Gwangdaegeori, located at the temple entrance, is also connected with King Sejo through a story of his bathing in the pure mountain stream one day while visiting Sangwonsa Temple.
- Type
- Attraction
- Address
- 1215-89, Odaesan-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
- Postal code
- 25318
- Phone
- • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (English, Korean, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-332-6666
- Opening hours
- Two hours before sunrise to before sunset
- Fees
- Confirm before visiting
- Parking
- [National Park Parking Lot] Small vehicles 2,000 won Mid-size vehicles 4,000~5,000 won Large vehicles 6,000~7,500 won
- Updated
- 2021-12-06
- Data last synced
- 2026-06-25
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Sangwonsa Temple (상원사(오대산)) FAQ
Where is Sangwonsa Temple (상원사(오대산)) located?
1215-89, Odaesan-ro, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon-do
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