Experts' Choice Award Jogyesa Temple
6 expert reviews
“Constructed in 1910 as the head temple of Korean Buddhism, Jogyesa is a spiritual sanctuary that’s free to the public.”
– Afar Magazine
Frommer's "The only major temple in the middle of Seoul, Jogyesa is at the center of Seon (Zen) Buddhism in Korea." Full review
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The focus of Jogye-sa is the giant wooden hall Daeungjeon, Seoul's largest Buddhist worship hall." Full review
Afar Magazine "The streets around Jogye-sa, (built in 1910), just blocks away from the old Royal Palace compounds, are full of shops that sell robes, incense, lanterns." Full review
Afar Magazine "Buddha's Birthday is a splendid time in South Korea... in Seoul head to the Jongro and Insadong areas as musical performances and street performers will be partying all day and into the night." Full review
Frommer's "Although not a place for quiet contemplation, it's still worth stopping in, as the temple offers a variety of programs that teach visitors about Buddhist life." Full review
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