Beomeosa Temple
Beomeosa Temple
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Lydia C
New York City, NY8 contributions
Jan 2020
I did an overnight templestay at Beomeosa Temple (you can make a reservation on their website). It was a good mini break from the city life with no-meat food, 108 prostrations, early morning hike etc.. A lot of older people come here to go on hikes early in the morning. The temple is also very accessible to public transportation with Bus#90 and Line #1.
Written 13 January 2020
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Alex H
Port St. Mary, UK2,596 contributions
Jan 2023 • Couples
We took the metro to Beomeosa Metro station and exit number 5, and headed about 150m up the road Cheongnyongyejeon-ro road, to the bus stop. We took the number 90 bus (from memory about 1,400 WON each) and this takes you right to the entrance. Note - if you walk from the metro the hill is extremely steep all the way.
The temple itself is free to enter, and we arrived around 10am where we could hear and see monks doing their prayers with Buddhist people inside the temples. This was really beautiful to see and peaceful to watch. The architecture and paintings of the temples is very pretty, and you really get a feel that these temples still in use are some of the most genuine temples in South Korea.
Nearby is also Cheongryeon-Am temple (<5 min walk), and this is also free and worth a visit too if you head to Beomeosa.
Highly recommend including this in your Busan itinerary.
The temple itself is free to enter, and we arrived around 10am where we could hear and see monks doing their prayers with Buddhist people inside the temples. This was really beautiful to see and peaceful to watch. The architecture and paintings of the temples is very pretty, and you really get a feel that these temples still in use are some of the most genuine temples in South Korea.
Nearby is also Cheongryeon-Am temple (<5 min walk), and this is also free and worth a visit too if you head to Beomeosa.
Highly recommend including this in your Busan itinerary.
Written 16 January 2023
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Jeremy Y
Saint-Claude, Guadeloupe156 contributions
Apr 2021
The travel guide book I read describes Beomeosa as an “urban temple” so I was quite shocked to discover I would have to walk 3 km up a mountain from the metro station. Luckily the bus 90 will take you there. It is way worth the climb. The temple is beautiful and well maintained, set on a magnificent and green mountain. Very peaceful, one will forget the busy city just under
Written 9 April 2021
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Chris Ruggaluffagus
Yorktown, VA298 contributions
Oct 2020 • Friends
The hike isn’t easy for everyone, but it’s worth it.
Park for free at the bottom near main entrance and hike up to the temple and several hermitages and pavilions.
If you don’t like lots of stairs or inclines, pay the ₩3000 to drive up near the top. Plenty of restrooms on site. Beautiful area to take in nature and the majesty of the Temple. This place is a must see!!
Park for free at the bottom near main entrance and hike up to the temple and several hermitages and pavilions.
If you don’t like lots of stairs or inclines, pay the ₩3000 to drive up near the top. Plenty of restrooms on site. Beautiful area to take in nature and the majesty of the Temple. This place is a must see!!
Written 9 October 2020
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petertaylor57
Auckland Central, New Zealand422 contributions
Jun 2023
Well, it's been a few years since I last visited, and at that time, most of the gates were building sites. Refurbished to their original standard, the Beomosa doesn't disappoint. Perhaps the best thing is that it is easily accessible form Busan via the Metro. I thoroughly enjoyed seeing the old Buddhas again and would recommend it to anyone as a half day excursion.
Written 26 June 2023
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CanisHan
Seoul, South Korea26,898 contributions
Sept 2024 • Solo
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This temple is one of the representative temples in Busan, and it collects entrance fees when you drive into the car. It is very large, and many believers pray. It is a good place to look around slowly, and the atmosphere is good. It is a temple worth a visit in Busan.
This temple is one of the representative temples in Busan, and it collects entrance fees when you drive into the car. It is very large, and many believers pray. It is a good place to look around slowly, and the atmosphere is good. It is a temple worth a visit in Busan.
Written 2 September 2024
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TravelerTrecker
Houston830 contributions
Sept 2019
This is a very fine Buddhist temple located in the hills around Busan. It is really nice in the fall because of the orange and red colors of the trees. It is a very peaceful place contrasting with the city of Busan. It is easy to walk around, it is very clean, and colorful.
To get there, you have to take the metro and stop at Beomeosa (line 1) and then look for the bus station which is located one block from the exit in direction to the hills. Then you take bus 90 and you are at temple in less than 10 minutes. To go back you do the same in reverse order. You can stop in one of the very nice coffee shops located close to the bus station for a cup pf coffee, tea, ice cream, and pastries.
You can spent one to two hours at the temple. Participate in their ceremonies. There are several, nice sanctuaries. It is not crowded.
There is no entrance fee.
To get there, you have to take the metro and stop at Beomeosa (line 1) and then look for the bus station which is located one block from the exit in direction to the hills. Then you take bus 90 and you are at temple in less than 10 minutes. To go back you do the same in reverse order. You can stop in one of the very nice coffee shops located close to the bus station for a cup pf coffee, tea, ice cream, and pastries.
You can spent one to two hours at the temple. Participate in their ceremonies. There are several, nice sanctuaries. It is not crowded.
There is no entrance fee.
Written 27 May 2020
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olegkrylov
Ufa, Russia18,320 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
The Fish Temple is one of the most beautiful temples in Korea. You're still in Busan, but away from the hustle and bustle of Seomyeon. Before entering the complex, admire the enchanting nature: streams, wisteria, bamboo groves and fragrant pine trees. Founded in 678 by the monk Yusang, the temple has three terraces. You pass under Iljumun's squat columns and then look up to admire Daeungjeong's ceiling, decorated with flowers symbolizing the word of Buddha falling from the sky.
Written 8 December 2023
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Le coujoux
Brive-la-Gaillarde, France387 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Take the time to get to the temple, finally get on the bus anyway
After passing several doors, you will arrive in a beautiful, quiet place where live monks and where one can make retreats
I liked the beauty of the architecture, I liked the serenity that emerges from the place
After passing several doors, you will arrive in a beautiful, quiet place where live monks and where one can make retreats
I liked the beauty of the architecture, I liked the serenity that emerges from the place
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Written 31 August 2024
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dewaere
Ile-de-France, France655 contributions
Sept 2023 • Family
Since my arrival in South Korea, this is one of the most beautiful temples I have visited
I find it authentic, less crowded than others and I felt great tranquility there.
In addition, a ceremony was in progress and I was able to hear these prayers recited by the faithful.
I find it authentic, less crowded than others and I felt great tranquility there.
In addition, a ceremony was in progress and I was able to hear these prayers recited by the faithful.
Written 21 September 2023
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Can I go here to view the sunrise at around 6AM? Is it open?
Written 12 October 2022
Why take taxi when the bus 90 with regular service charges only 1,200 Won?
Written 15 November 2019
Because a taxi only costs krw 3300 (from the nearest subway station) and you do not need to wait for the bus and it takes you door to door unlike the bus. If you are a small group the difference in price is even smaller.
The choice is of course yours :)
Written 15 November 2019
how much approx taxi fares from Busan town to Beomeosa? CAn taxi take 4 or 5 pax?
Written 10 September 2018
Maybe worth taking a subway to the stop then taxi from there so less exp? I have only been with subway and bus so don't know how much it would be.
Written 11 September 2018
Is there a climb from the bus to the temple, or is the climb that some have mentioned from the temple to a viewpoint above?
Written 16 July 2018
Yes there is a climb from the bus and make sure you have clear directions so you do not take the road to the right and miss the entire temple area.
Written 19 August 2018
Hello, someone had try the temple stay in this temple? Can you advise me if it’s a good place where I could try an authentic temple stay experience?
Thank you :)
Written 9 December 2017
Being a temple, I assume they stay open during chuseok. Can anyone confirm or deny?
Written 7 September 2016
Hi, I'm not really sure if they're open during Chuseok, you may try to call 1330 from Skype it's free of charge. I've called from Indonesia and it's work well.
Written 7 September 2016
I'm wondering how long the whole trip to the temple is expected to take? I am considering doing the trip up to the temple in the morning before catching the train to Seoul, and as I should book the tickets ahead of time I'm wondering what would be a sensible time to book the KTX for?
Written 31 August 2016
I stayed in BIFF Square area. From there take a taxi to the temple is approx less than an hour. Can't remember exact timing. More than 30mins but less than an hour. Depending on how you intend to explore the temple, it can take anything from an hour to two. As when you get out of the temple, there are some forestation that you can explore. There is a stream that runs through which is quite picturistique. Then give it another hour to travel back to station. This is if you prefer to explore the temple at a relaxed pace. Can consider having lunch at the Busan train station area. Loads of food there.
Written 31 August 2016
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