Guryongsa Temple (구룡사)
500, Guryongsa-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
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Guryongsa Temple (구룡사) is a attraction in 500, Guryongsa-ro,. Guryongsa Temple is located 6 kilometers from Birobong Peak on Chiaksan Mountain, in the direction of Hakkok-ri. Use the address, map link, visitor details, and official links below before deciding whether it fits your Korea itinerary.
About Guryongsa Temple (구룡사)
Guryongsa Temple is located 6 kilometers from Birobong Peak on Chiaksan Mountain, in the direction of Hakkok-ri. It was believed that Monk Uisang (625-702) of the Silla Kingdom (57 BC - AD 935) built and named the temple Guryongsa in 668 during the reign of King Munmu. However, it is now known that the temple was built after King Sukjong, the 19th King of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910), who reigned from 1674 to 1720, because of the architectural style of Daeungjeon Hall. There is a legend that the Guryongsa Temple site was originally a lake where nine dragons lived. The name Guryong comes from the story that the lake was filled up to build the temple on it. There are many buildings such as Daeungjeon Hall, Bogwangnu Pavilion, Samseonggak Pavilion, Simgeomdang Hall and Seolseondang Hall. Daeungjeon Hall has maintained its original shape though it was repaired many times.
- Type
- Attraction
- Address
- 500, Guryongsa-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
- Postal code
- 26304
- Phone
- • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-33-732-4800
- Opening hours
- Sunrise - Sunset
- Fees
- Confirm before visiting
- Parking
- Available (Chiaksan National Park)
- Updated
- 2022-12-21
- Data last synced
- 2026-06-25
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Guryongsa Temple (구룡사) FAQ
Where is Guryongsa Temple (구룡사) located?
500, Guryongsa-ro, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do
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