Gyeonggi Cheonggyesa Temple (청계사(경기))

Gyeonggi · Temples

Cheonggyesa Temple is a Buddhist temple near Baegunhosu Lake that became well-known as the site of udumbara flower, a rarity that blooms on Buddhist statues. Built during the Silla Kingdom, the temple offers many sights, including the Cheonggyesa Temple Monument, Geungnakjeon Hall, the bell tower, Samseonggak Shrine, Ksitigarbha Hall, and Gamnoji Pond. Among the many things to see, visitors should not miss a glimpse of the Bronze Bell of Cheonggyesa Temple and the Wood Printing Block in Cheonggyesa Temple. Created in the 27th year of the reign of King Sukjong (1701) of the Joseon dynasty, the Bronze Bell has been designated as a national treasure, and is adorned with elaborate patterns.

Getting there

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• Jun 26, 2025 – Jun 27, 2027MMCA Gwacheon Permanent Exhibition: Modern and Contemporary Korean Art II · 2.5 km away
• Oct 2, 2025 – Jan 3, 2027MMCA Masterpieces from Abroad: Water Lilies and Chandelier · 2.5 km away
• Apr 30, 2026 – Feb 21, 2027Oh! Museum of the Senses · 2.5 km away
• Sep 19, 2026 – Sep 20, 2026Uiwang Baekun Lake Festival · 4.0 km away

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