Donghwasa, Daegu

Name: Donghwasa
Address: Daegu, South Korea
Telephone: +82 53-982-0101

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Nestled in the lush folds of Palgongsan Mountain in Daegu, South Korea, Donghwasa Temple is a serene spiritual retreat with a history that stretches back to the Shilla Kingdom. Founded in 493 AD, this ancient Buddhist temple has been a beacon of tranquility and contemplation for over 1500 years. Its name, meaning "Paulownia Flower Temple," is derived from the legend that a paulownia tree bloomed on the site during its construction, symbolizing the propagation of Buddhism.

Donghwasa Temple is renowned for its stunning architecture, intricate sculptures, and the peaceful ambiance that pervades its grounds. The temple complex is home to a number of cultural treasures, including the Daeungjeon Main Hall, a stately structure housing precious Buddhist statues and artifacts. A highlight of the site is the towering statue of the Medicine Buddha, standing at an impressive 33 meters tall, which is a testament to the temple's dedication to healing and spiritual well-being.

Visitors to Donghwasa can partake in temple stay programs, where they have the opportunity to experience the monastic life, engage in meditation sessions, and gain a deeper understanding of Korean Buddhism. The temple also hosts various cultural events and festivals throughout the year, immersing guests in the rich tapestry of Korean spiritual practices.

Local name: 동화사 Coordinates: 35°59'34"N, 128°42'14"E

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동구 (공산동)Daegu South Korea

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

Nearby attractions include: Pagyesa, Palgongsan, Eunhaesa, Hwanseongsa.

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Temple, Buddhist architecture
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1.7 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Palgongsan, Daegu
45 min walk • Palgongsan, also Palgong Mountain, and previously called Gongsan during the Goryeo dynasty, is a mountain in southeastern South Korea, lying on an outlier of the Taebaek range.
4.8 miE
Temple
Eunhaesa
123 min walk • Eunhaesa is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It is located in Cheongtong-myeon, Yeongcheon, in the province of Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea. It stands on the eastern slopes of Palgongsan, not far from another major temple, Donghwasa. The temple was founded by National Preceptor Hyecheol in 809.
5.1 miSE
Temple, Buddhist architecture
Hwanseongsa, Daegu
131 min walk • Hwanseongsa is a temple located in Gyeongsan, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea.
5 miW
Museum
Songgwangmae Memorial Museum, Daegu
129 min walk • Songgwangmae Memorial Museum is a museum located in Dong district, Daegu, South Korea. The museum's collection is mainly artifacts connected with traditional arts and industry in Korea. The founders of museum were Kwon Byeongtak and Song Suhee. The establishment of the museum was approved in March 2002.
6.1 miSW
Park
Bongmu Leports Park, Daegu
155 min walk • Bongmu Leports Park is a recreational park at PalGong mountain in Daegu, South Korea. It is opened 1992 October. All kinds of sports facilities is equipped such as foot volleyball court, a basketball court, a badminton court, a tennis court, roller skates court, a wrestling court, weight room.
5.1 miSW
Neighbourhood
Gongsan-dong, Daegu
132 min walk • Gongsan-dong is an administrative dong in Dong-gu, in northeastern Daegu, South Korea. It has an area of 83.78 km², most of which is vacant; its population is only 18,177. Slightly more than half of the people live in the dong's 38 apartment blocks. The dong was first constituted in 1981.
4.5 miSW
Dam
Gongsan Dam, Daegu
116 min walk • Gongsan Dam is a dam in Jimyo-dong, Dong-gu, Daegu, South Korea. Built across the Donghwacheon stream flowing south from Palgongsan, the dam is responsible for securing the water supply for much of northern Daegu.