Baegyangsa Temple
Baegyangsa Temple is a historic temple built in the 6th century located on Baegamsan Mountain. Walking through the forest path, visitors are greeted by a serene lake overlooked by Ssanggyeru Pavilion at the entrance of Baegyangsa Temple, creating a picturesque scene especially during autumn with its vibrant foliage. Surrounding the temple are over 5,000 torreyas, some over 500 years old, lending a lush ambiance to the area. Baegyangsa Temple is picturesque in every season and offers temple stay programs for visitors seeking a serene retreat.
- Type
- Temple & religious site
- Area
- Jangseong-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju
- Address
- 1239 Baegyang-ro, Bukha-myeon, Jangseong-gun, Jeonnam-Gwangju Special Metropolitan City
- Opening hours
- Open 24 hr
- Closed
- N/A (Open all year round)
- Parking
- Available
- Sunrise / sunset
- Sat, Oct 31: sunrise 06:52 · sunset 17:40
- Phone
- +82-61-392-7502
- Popularity
- One of the most visited spots in the area
FAQ
- Is there parking at Baegyangsa Temple?
- Yes (Available). On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
- What are the opening hours of Baegyangsa Temple?
- Open 24 hr. Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
Nearby attractions
- Ssanggyeru 쌍계루 0.1 km · Temple & religious site
- Baegamsan(Jangseong) 백암산(장성) 2.8 km · Mountain
- Jangseongho Munhwayesulgongwon 장성호 문화예술공원 3.9 km · City park
- Byeolnaerimaeul 별내리마을 4.0 km · Experience
- Jangseongho Tourist Area 4.1 km · Tourist complex
- Namchanggyegok Valley 4.4 km · Mountain