Jogyesa Temple Tour: Exploring 1000 Years of Korean Buddhist Art and Murals
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Embark on a captivating tour of Jogyesa Temple in Seoul, Korea, and immerse yourself in the rich history and artistry of Korean Buddhism through its stunning murals and paintings.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Jogyesa Temple - Convene with your tour leader at the primary entrance of Jogyesa Temple. Verify the list of attendees and commence the exploration of Jogyesa and its wall paintings.
  • Central Buddhist Museum - The Central Buddhist Museum embodies the dynamic past of Korean Buddhism, showcasing a collection of Buddhist art, scriptures, and historical data.
What's Included
  • Licensed Guide
Additional Information

As 1000 years of Buddhist history in Korea, Buddhism is an essence of Korean culture to understand its people. Buddhist arts and paintings are the key to understand Korean Buddhism. Jogyesa and Central Buddhist Museum are two major places to visit for this tour. Jogyesa Buddhist Temple is the head of Jogye sect which is main sect of Korean Buddhism and located in heart of Seoul. Jogyesa Temple has beautiful paintings and murals on the wall. They present the life of Buddha and symbols of Buddhism.This tour focus on painting in the main hall and murals outside of the main building. All murals and paintings are painted by hand. Especially murals were drawing top of the old murals. It is living cultural heritage. And interior of the main hall, behind the main Buddha Statues, there are beautiful paintings which represent Buddha’s World. Sophisticated paintings are telling lots of things about Buddhism, doctrine and philosophy. I invite you to Buddha’s World of Arts.

Location
Ilju-Mun
From Anguk St. / Exit 6 / Walk 125m -> turn left ( Pass the Giant Brush statue at the plaza ) -> Keep walk 157m to Temple Stay Information Center -> Cross the light -> Main gate of Jogyesa
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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