Hwaeomsa Temple (화엄사)
Update date: 2021-02-05
Description
[tourist site]
Situated at the foot of Jirisan Mountain, 5.4 kilometers east of Gurye-eup, Hwaeomsa Temple was constructed in the 22nd year of King Seong's reign (544) during the Baekje era, but was burnt down during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The temple was rebuilt in 1636 after seven years of reconstruction. The temple has various cultural assets including National Treasures, Treasures, a Natural Monument, and local cultural assets as well as 20 different buildings.
Information
Address: 539, Hwaeomsa-ro, Gurye-gun, Jeollanam-do (57616)
Telephone: +82-61-783-7600
data provided by Korea Tourism Organization
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