Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism
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25. Bongseonsa
Established in 1469 CE
Bongseonsa Temple is located near the famous Gwangneung forest resort area near Seoul. Since the Joseon era, this temple has served as headquarters for the Buddhist Doctrinal School in Korea. Having inherited the vows of great lecturers like Unheo and Weorun, the temple has made great efforts in sutra translation and cultivating scholar monks. The temple is also prominently active in teaching young men doing their mandatory military service. Bongseonsa Temple houses a large bell—the oldest bell in use in Korea— and it is also home to a large outdoor Buddhist painting commissioned by the royal family during the Joseon era.
- Address
- 32 Bongseonsa-gil, Jinjeop-eup, Namyangju-gun, Gyeonggi Province
- Homepage
- www.bongsunsa.net
