Baengnyulsa, Gyeongju

Name: Baengnyulsa
Address: Gyeongju, South Korea

#11 among attractions in Gyeongju

Temple, Buddhist architecture

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The Baengnyulsa or Baengnyul temple is a Korean Buddhist temple located on the slopes of Geumgang Mountain in the neighborhood of Dongcheon-dong, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea. It is a branch temple of Bulguksa temple, the head temple of the 11th district of the Jogye Order. The foundation date is unknown but is speculated to be around the time when the Silla Kingdom united the Three Kingdoms of Korea in 692 according to both an oral story and a document on a Buddha statue. Baengnyulsa is also believed to be the Jachusa temple which is associated with Ichadon's martyrdom. ()

Coordinates: 35°51'31"N, 129°13'54"E

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Gyeongju South Korea

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

Nearby attractions include: Bunhwangsa, Seongdong Market, Hwangseong Park, Gyerim.

1.2 miS
Buddhist architecture, Pagoda, Historical place
Bunhwangsa, Gyeongju
32 min walk • Bunhwangsa Temple is a historic gem nestled in the ancient city of Gyeongju, South Korea. This temple, which dates back to the 7th century during the Silla Kingdom, is renowned for its distinctive pagoda, a testament to the architectural ingenuity of the era.
1.2 miSW
Flea market, Shopping, Market
Seongdong Market, Gyeongju
32 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Gyeongju, a city rich with historical significance, sits Seongdong Market, a bustling hub of commerce that offers visitors an authentic slice of Korean market culture. Known for its vibrant atmosphere and a diverse array of goods, this...
1.1 miW
Park
Hwangseong Park, Gyeongju
28 min walk • The Hwangseong Park is a park located in the neighborhood of Hwangseong-dong, Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea. Many of public sport facilities are located in the park with an area of 1,022,350㎡ including a luxuriant pine trees forest.
0.8 miNW
Tranquil wooded area near historic sites
Gyerim, Gyeongju
20 min walk • The Gyerim is a small woodland in Gyeongju National Park, Gyeongju, South Korea. The name literally means "rooster forest." The grove lies near the old site of the Silla kingdom palace in central Gyeongju.
0.6 miS
Neighbourhood
Dongcheon-dong, Gyeongju
15 min walk • Dongcheon-dong is both an administrative and legal dong or a neighbourhood of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea.
1.2 miSW
Neighbourhood
Hwango-dong, Gyeongju
32 min walk • Hwango-dong is a dong or a neighbourhood of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea. It is located in the central Gyeongju and is bordered by Bohwang-dong on the east, Jangang-dong on the west, Hwangnam-dong on the south and Seongdong-dong on the north.
0.7 miNW
Neighbourhood
Yonggang-dong, Gyeongju
18 min walk • Yonggang-dong is both an administrative and legal dong or a neighbourhood in the administrative subdivisions of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea.
0.7 miW
Neighbourhood
Hwangseong-dong, Gyeongju
19 min walk • Hwangseong-dong is both an administrative and legal dong or a neighbourhood in the administrative subdivisions of the Gyeongju City, North Gyeongsang province, South Korea.
1.1 miW
Sport, Sport venue, Arenas and stadiums
Gyeongju Civic Stadium, Gyeongju
28 min walk • Gyeongju Civic Stadium is a multi-use stadium in Gyeongju, South Korea. It is used mostly for football matches.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Baengnyulsa?

Nearby attractions include Dongcheon-dong, Gyeongju (15 min walk), Yonggang-dong, Gyeongju (18 min walk), Hwangseong-dong, Gyeongju (19 min walk), Gyerim, Gyeongju (20 min walk).

How to get to Baengnyulsa by public transport?

The nearest stations to Baengnyulsa:

Bus

Bus to Mt. Namsan (35 min walk)