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Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울))

Seoul Hwagyesa Temple (화계사(서울))

Seoul · Temples

Hwagyesa Temple was built in 1522 (the seventeenth year of the reign of King Jungjong of the Joseon dynasty) by monk Shinwol, but was destroyed in a fire in 1618. It was rebuilt the following year, and expanded In 1866 through the efforts of Monks Yongseon and Beomun. · The temple also has various templestay programs for visitors. Hwagyesa Temple is located not too far from the city but also provides a natural environment.

TypeTemples
RegionSeoul
Address117, Hwagyesa-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

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