Woljeongsa, Buddhist temple in Jinbu-myeon, South Korea
The temple complex contains multiple halls, dormitories, a grand shrine hall, and a teaching center surrounded by a forest of fir trees.
Monk Jajang established Woljeongsa Temple in 643 during Queen Seondeok's reign, making it one of the earliest Buddhist temples in the Gangwon region.
The temple maintains its position as the head temple of the Fourth District of the Jogye Order, supervising 60 temples and 8 hermitages.
Visitors can participate in temple stay programs that include Buddhist ceremonies, meditation sessions, and traditional vegetarian meals prepared by monastery residents.
The temple grounds feature a one-kilometer path lined with 1,700 fir trees leading from the main gate to the Geumgang Bridge.
Location: Jinbu-myeon
Location: Gangwon Province
Inception: 643
Founders: Jajang
Website: http://woljeongsa.org
GPS coordinates: 37.73125,128.59265
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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