Bongwonsa, Seoul

Name: Bongwonsa
Address: San 1 Bongwon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Telephone: +82 2-392-3007

#101 among attractions in Seoul

Buddhist architecture, Temple, Sacred and religious sites

Gallery (1)

Map

Map

Facts and practical information

Bongwon Temple is a South Korean Buddhist temple in Bongwon-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul, near Yonsei University. ()

Local name: 봉원사 Coordinates: 37°34'19"N, 126°56'53"E

Address

San 1 Bongwon-dong, Seodaemun-gu서대문구 (신촌동)Seoul South Korea

Contact

+82 2-392-3007

Website

Social media

Facebook

Seoul

Day trips

Bongwonsa – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Gyeonghuigung, Seodaemun Independence Park, Seodaemun Prison, Independence Gate.

1.1 miE
Historic palace with an adjacent museum
Gyeonghuigung, Seoul
28 min walk • Gyeonghuigung, a serene historical gem nestled in the bustling city of Seoul, South Korea, stands as a testament to the Joseon Dynasty's architectural splendor. This palace, which served as a secondary royal villa for the king, is an emblem of Korea's rich cultural...
0.5 miE
Park
Seodaemun Independence Park, Seoul
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Seoul, Seodaemun Independence Park stands as a testament to South Korea's enduring spirit and its people's quest for freedom. The park, which is located in the Seodaemun-gu district, is a place of historical significance and a symbol of the...
0.5 miNE
Prison history museum in 1908 jail
Seodaemun Prison, Seoul
13 min walk • Seodaemun Prison stands as a stark reminder of Korea's tumultuous history and its struggle for independence. Located in the bustling city of Seoul, this former prison now serves as a museum, shedding light on the dark days of Japanese colonial rule.
0.7 miE
Historical place
Independence Gate, Seoul
17 min walk • Dongnimmun Gate is a memorial gate located in Seoul, South Korea. The gate was built following the First Sino-Japanese War to inspire a spirit of independence away from Korea's previous status as a Chinese tributary state, which was declared by the Treaty of Shimonoseki. It was designed by Soh Jaipil, a Korean political activist.
1.1 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Inwangsan, Seoul
27 min walk • Inwangsan is a mountain with a height of 338 meters, located in Jongno-gu and Hongje-dong, Seodaemun-gu, central areas of Seoul, South Korea. The name literally means "mountain of generous king" in Korean.
0.8 miNE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Inwangsa, Seoul
21 min walk • Inwangsa is a Buddhist temple of the Bonwon Order in Mt. Inwangsan, Seoul, South Korea. It is located at San 2 Muak-dong, in the Jongno-gu area of the city.
0.6 miNW
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Seodaemun Museum of Natural History, Seoul
17 min walk • Seodaemun Museum of Natural History is a first public museum of natural history in South Korea, located in a metropolitan area, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul. It was founded in 2003 and operated by Seodaemun-gu Administration.
1.1 miE
Museum
Gyeonggyojang, Seoul
29 min walk • Gyeonggyojang is a Japanese home built in Korea under Japanese rule located Jongno-gu, Seoul. From November 4, 1945 to 1949, it was Kim Gu's private residence and official residence, the Provisional Government of the Republic of Korea, and the headquarters of Korea Independence Party.
0.7 miS
Concerts and shows, Theater
Samsung Hall, Seoul
18 min walk • The Centennial Memorial Samsung Hall was completed in commemoration of Korea University's centennial. It houses a digital library and a number of national treasure-level properties of the Korea University Museum. The building was completed on a site of 21,000m².
0.6 miS
Universities and schools
Ewha Womans University, Seoul
16 min walk • Ewha Womans University is a private women's university in Seoul founded in 1886 by Mary F. Scranton under Emperor Gojong. It was the first university founded in South Korea.
1.3 miSW
Temple
Seoul Korea Temple, Seoul
33 min walk • The Seoul Korea Temple is the 37th operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Bongwonsa?

Nearby attractions include Bongwon-dong, Seoul (3 min walk), Seodaemun Independence Park, Seoul (12 min walk), Seodaemun Prison, Seoul (13 min walk), Cheonyeon-dong, Seoul (14 min walk).

How to get to Bongwonsa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Bongwonsa:

Metro

Dongnimmun • Lines: 3 (15 min walk)
Muakjae • Lines: 3 (19 min walk)

Bus

Hanseonghwagyojung High School • Lines: 7720 (18 min walk)
Seodaemun Office • Lines: 7720 (21 min walk)