Gilsangsa Temple (Seoul) (길상사(서울))
History · 68 Seonjam-ro 5-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
Nearby stations and stops
- Hansung Univ. (Samseongyo) (Line 4) · straight-line 1.6km
- Jeongneung (우이신설선) · straight-line 1.8km
- Bus stop 길상사 · straight-line 32m
- Bus stop 북악슈퍼 · straight-line 140m
Straight-line distance; the actual walk is longer · Data as of 2025-10-31
Source: Korea National Railway urban rail station information · Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport nationwide bus stop locations
- Admission
- Not provided
- Hours
- 09:00-18:00
- Closed
- Open every day
- N/A (Open all year round)
- Parking
- Not provided
- Pets
- Not provided
- Accessibility
- Not provided
- Data status
- Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI · Source updated: 2025-06-17 · Collected: Not provided
Gilsangsa Temple is a prominent temple located in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul. The name Gilsangsa means "a favorable and auspicious temple." Visitors can experience temple, participate in Buddhist practices, and even enjoy Templestay programs on weekends. In fall, visitors can admire red spider lilies and wildflowers, immersing themselves in the beauty of nature and finding inner peace.

In the area
Buddhism 1 of 8 attractions in Seongbuk-gu
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Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI