| Address |
| Bukji-ri Buseok-myeon Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do |
| Description |
Buseoksa Temple is a “masculine” temple. It differentiates itself from other
temples by its huge size and the scenery are refreshing and beautiful as
well.
Buseoksa Temple was built in 676, when King Munmu (661~681) ruled the
Silla Dynasty (57 B.C. ~ A.D. 935), by the founder Uisang (625~702) after he
received orders from the King. Later in the 7th year (1016) of the Goryeo
Dynasty (918~1392) was in the reign of King Hyeonjong (reign 1010 to 1031) Great
Buddhist Monk Wonyung (964~1053) renovated Muryangsujeon (National Treasure
No.18). It was renovated several times afterwards.
The legend of lady Seonmyo
and Uisang is famous. The two met when Priest Uisang went to Dang (Dynasty of
China) to study. When Uisang told Seonmyo he would go back to his country,
Seonmyo jumped into the sea and drowned. After death, she became a dragon.
Seonmyo followed Uisang to Silla to protect and be with him. When Uisang ran
against a crowd that had gathered to stop him from building Buseoksa Temple,
Seonmyo brought up stones in the air three times. The stone that floated stands
on the left side of Muryangsujeon. Because a wide, flat stone had floated above
the ground, the temple was named Buseoksa Temple.
At the entrance of
Buseoksa you will see 108 steps between Cheonwangmun gate and Anyangmun gate.
The number of steps represents redemption from agony and evil passions through
108 cycles. You will find Buseoksa Temple’s Three Story Tower when you pass the
Iljumun and Cheonwangmun gates. Above the tower you will see Beonjongru. When
you pass Bumjongru, you can see a pavilion called Anyang, which means 'entrance
to Heaven'. Go past Anyang Pavillion and you will reach the main building of
Buseoksa Temple, Muryangsujeon, which boasts beautiful curved lines of the
building structure.
Muryangsujeon is a wooden building made in the Goryeo
Dynasty. Inside you will find National Treasure No.45, Sojo Yeorae Seated
Figure. There are more National Treasures and relics inside such as the Josadang
(National Treasure No.19), Josadang Wall Painting (National Treasure No.46) and
the Stone Lantern (National Treasure No.17) in front of Muryangsujeon.
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| Directions |
1. Yeongju -> Buseoksa Temple
From Yeongju Station, take a taxi or bus No.2 and get off at Nonghyeop.
Take a City Bus bound for Buseoksa at Jangchundang pharmacy (50 min ride).
At the opposite side From Yeongju intercity Bus Terminal, take a bus
bound for Buseoksa Temple (50 min ride).
2. Punggi Station -> Buseoksa Temple
From Punggi Station, take a bus bound for Buseoksa Temple (30 min ride).
Taxi takes 20-25 min.
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| Information |
- Buseoksa Religious Ticket Box Tel: +82-54-633-3258 (Kor)
- Hours: 06:00-18:00 (changes according to weather)
- Homepage http://www.pusoksa.org (Kor)
- Admission Fee:
Individuals:
Adults (over 19) - 1,200 won, Teenagers (13-18) - 1,000 won,
Children (7-12) - 800 won
Groups (30+):
Adults (over 19) - 1,000 won, Teenagers (13-18) - 800 won,
Children (7-12) - 500 won
* Under 6 and over 65 is free.
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