Located in the east valley of Gyeryongsan Mountain in Hakbong-ri, Banpo-myeon, Gongju, Donghaksa Temple is the first and the oldest existing academic institute for female monks. Home to about 150 monks who study and practice Buddhism, the temple is the most visited spot on all of Gyerongsan Mountain due to its history, convenient location, and visitor facilities. The elegant structure of the temple is x_heighted by the majestic view of Munpilbong Peak to its front. In the spring, many visitors come to the temple to see the cherry blossom tunnel, a 3 kilometer pathway from Bakjeongja three-way intersection to Donghaksa Temple. Every year since 1993 the temple has also been the venue of the Donghaksa Spring Flower Festival.
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- Admission Fees Individual - Adults 3 000 Won Teenagers 1 500 Children Br Discount For Groups Of 30 Or More People Ages 19-65 13-18 7-12 Free Admission With Id Senior Citizens 66 And Older
- Parking Fees One-day Only Br Bus 7 000 Won Sedan 4 Light-weigh Vehicles 2
- Restrooms Available
- Inquiry and guidance 1330 Travel Hotline 82-2-1330 Br Korean English Japanese Chinese For More Info 82-42-825-2570
- Parking facilities Available
- Rest day N A Open All Year Round
location
462, Donghaksa 1-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do