Naksansa Temple

낙산사

History · 100 Naksansa-ro, Yangyang-gun, Gangwon-do

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Admission

Not provided

Hours

06:00–17:30 (visitors must exit the complex by 18:30)

Closed

• Open every day
• N/A (Open all year round)

Parking

• Parking available
• Available

Pets

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Accessibility

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Data status

Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI · Source updated: 2025-10-23 · Collected: Not provided

This ancient temple was built in the 11th year of King Munmu’s reign of Silla (671) by the Buddhist monk Uisang. Naksansa Temple is one of the foremost sights of Yangyang, and one of the most historic sites in the region. Along with Ganghwa’s Bomunsa Temple and Namhae’s Boriam Hermitage, it is said to be one of the three centers of the cult of Avalokitesvara in Korea. Its handsome view overlooking the East Sea has earned it a spot in the Eight Sights of Gwandong (eight famous sights in Yeongdong region of Gangwon-do), documented throughout the ages in many classic literature and poetry. Today’s Naksansa Temple is a product of many restorations and expansions, and has many examples of cultural heritage within its walls, including a 16 meter-tall statue of the Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva. A mountain fire in 2005 resulted in the loss of 20 buildings, including the building that housed its bronze bell. The temple also operates templestay programs available through its website.

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Source: Korea Tourism Organization TourAPI