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Templestay Korea: Bongsunsa Temple (Half Day)

Travel Activity

South Korea

Namyangju

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Availability

2nd Sat of each month

Minimum Pax

5 Persons

Duration

4 hours

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Bongsunsa Temple

Included

Half day relaxation program
English translator
Rice with lotus leaves

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Overview

Get away from the busy life and visit the world of Buddhism with this special templestay in Namyangju, Korea.

Bongsunsa temple is especially known for its breathtaking natural scenery which includes the area of Gwangneung forest that was designated as the UNESCO Biosphere reserve. With this templestay, you will be able to walk through the forest opened exclusively to templestay participants. Relax and learn how to control your body and mind with Bongsunsa's monk through this exceptional templestay program!

Why Bongsunsa Templestay?
▷Bongsunsa Temple: one of Korea's famous Buddhist temples with more than 1000 years of history and Buddhist heritage
▷Unique Templestay: experience the zen life at a Buddhist temple surrounded by dense forests
▷Put Buddhism into practice during your stay

[Bongsunsa]
Situated in Namyangju city of Gyeonggi province, Bongsunsa temple's history goes back to the year 969 when Beopin, the national preceptor founded this temple as "Unaksa". The temple was renamed as "Bongunsa" in 1469 by Queen Jeonghui to pray for King Sejo's peaceful resting of the soul.
It was destroyed during the Qing invasion of Joseon, the Japanese invasion and the Korean war, but after years of repairs and restoration, it became the temple as it is now.

Price

Option	Price	Included	Included
Half Day Relaxation Program	Person	- Half day relaxation program - English translator - Rice with lotus leaves

*Children younger than 6 years old are free of charge.
*The same price applies for both adults and children.
*A minimum of 5 people are required to join the tour.
*This program is only available on the 2nd Saturday of each month.

Itinerary

10:30am~11:00am

Introduction to temple manners

11:00am~11:30am

Look around Bongsunsa Temple

11:30am~12:30pm

Temple food experience
- Enjoy rice with lotus leaves

12:30pm~1:00pm

Walk over the lotus field on your own

1:00pm~2:30pm

Walking meditation in the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve designated Secret Forest (open exclusively to Templestay participants)

2:30pm

Departure

*The itinerary is subject to change depending on local/traffic/weather conditions.

How to book

1. Complete your booking.
2. Check your email.
3. Enjoy it.

Please keep in mind

1. Please refrain from drinking alcoholic beverages or smoking on temple grounds.
2. Please refrain from screaming or singing loudly.

Cancellation policy

All times are based on Korea Standard Time (KST) (GMT + 9 hours)
3 days before the reserved date: 100% refund
2 days before the reserved date: 50% refund
1 day before the reserved date or less: Non-refundable
*If you would like to reschedule your reservation, please check the availability with us at least 3 days before the original reserved date (no later than 5:00pm KST).