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Tongdosa Temple, a head Buddhist temple, possesses several heritages, including National Treasure No. 290 Daeungjeon Hall.

• Construction time : 646
• Location : Tongdosa, 108 Habuk-myeon, Yangsan
• TEL : 055-382-7182
• Website : http://www.tongdosa.or.kr

Description

World Cultural Heritage

Tongdosa Temple is one of the three biggest Buddhist temples in Korea and referred to as the Bulbo temple for enshrining the genuine sarira of the Buddha. Situated on the foothills of Yeongchuksan Mountain in Yangsan, Tongdosa Temple was founded by National Preceptor Jajang in the 15th year of reign of Queen Seondeok during the Silla period, and the beopdeung (lamp of Dharma) has never gone out ever since. It presents awe-inspiring sights across the year with red plum blossoms, colorful autumn foliage in fall, snow-covered structures and land in winter, and a pine forest that stays lush green all year round. It contains a number of cultural properties including the Geumgang Stairway and Daeungjeon (Main Hall), for which it was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2018. Enjoy a slow, peaceful walk inside the compound and follow the sounds of the water flowing down the valley and the refreshing scent of the pines and dive into the rich nature, culture and history of the area.

Local Specialty Products

• Wild edible greens, acorn jelly, deodeok (a kind of bonnet bellflower)

Transportation Information

• Private car : Take Gyeongbu Expressway Tongdosa Temple IC → National Road 35 → Tongdosa Temple
• Buses
  • Busan Nopodong Bus Terminal → Ride a bus for Sinpyeong (Tongdosa Temple) (every 20 min) → Get off at Tongdosa Temple
  • Ride the Busan-bound Cheonil general express bus and get off at Tongdosa Temple Interchange → Tongdosa Temple
  • Ride Yangsan Bus No. 12, 13, 63, or 67 → Get off at Tongdosa Temple
• Railroad : KTX (Ulsan Station) → Ride Bus No. 13, 63, or 67 → Get off at Tongdosa Temple

Nearby Tourist Attractions

• Tongdo Fantasia
• Naewonsa Temple
• Tongdo Country
• Naewonsa Temple