Buddhist temple
Seoul Hwagyesa Temple
화계사(서울)
Official name
About this place
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.
- Address
- 117, Hwagyesa-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul
- Korean address
- 서울특별시 강북구 화계사길 117 (수유동)
- Opening hours
- 08:00~18:00
- Closed days
- N/A (Open all year round)
