Jogyesa, A Sanctuary of Serenity Amidst Seoul's Bustle

55 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Gyeonji-dong)

The paintings in temples are also of various styles

Introduction

Saoxi Temple is a Buddhist temple located in the city center of Seoul. It is the birthplace of the Jogye Order and a major sacred site of Korean Buddhism. The temple was established in 1395 and the current buildings were reconstructed in 1910. The main building of the temple is the Daeungjeon Hall, which enshrines the statue of Shakyamuni Buddha. There is also a precious 500-year-old white pine tree near the hall. Additionally, the temple houses a seven-story stone pagoda that holds a relic of Shakyamuni Buddha presented by the Sri Lankan Dhammapala in 1913. Every year in May, the temple holds the grand Buddhist festival called Yeondeunghoe (Lotus Lantern Festival) to celebrate Buddha's birthday. The temple also offers a "Temple Stay" program for foreign visitors to experience Buddhist culture firsthand.

Address

55 Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Gyeonji-dong)

Opening hours

Due to the schedule of temple activities such as Dharma assemblies, prayers, and Buddhist participation, the opening hours may vary.

Transportation

You can take Line 1 of the subway and get off at Zhongge Station, then walk for about 10 minutes from Exit 2; or take Line 3 of the subway and get off at Anguo Station, then walk for about 10 minutes from Exit 6; or take Line 5 of the subway and get off at Guanghuamen Station, then walk for about 15 minutes from Exit 2 to arrive.

Phone +82-2-725-6641

Website http://www.jogyesa.kr/user/english/