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Chogyesa Buddhist Temple

  • March 28, 2001
  • Rated 4 of 5 by jmineo from L.A., California
Chogyesa Buddhist Temple

Chogyesa Temple is an important temple for Korean Buddhism. This is one of the few Buddhist temples actually within the Seoul city limits. Buddhist temples were moved into the mountains of Korea to escape persecution from invading countries. I noticed in the front yard of the Chogyesa Temple, stands a white pine and locust tree, each more than 400 years old. We happened to be there during the Buddha's birthday and hundreds of electric bulbs were strung across the trees and on the temple itself, presenting a magnificent sight. We heard one of the festivities of Buddha's birthday brings the "Feast of the Lanterns", which includes an evening lantern parade from Chogyesa Temple through the streets of Seoul, starting around 6.30 p.m. You'd have to check with a tourist office to see what date it occurs in the month of April or May, depending on which day falls on the "eight day of the fourth moon." What impressed me most with this temple was its serene immediate surroundings, where just a block away was the noise, action and architecture of normal, modern Korean life. This could be quite a peaceful resting place for a quick city departure from hectic living.

From journal Seoul - A Cultural Immersion

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Chogyesa Temple (Buddhist)

  • December 11, 2000
  • Rated 4 of 5 by Pirate43 guide from Richmond, Virginia
Chogyesa Temple (Buddhist)

This is one of the largest Buddhist temples in the city and very very active. Although I was told that as long as I removed my shoes before entering the temple it would be ok to take pictures I felt it was inappropriate so I took them from outside. Statues of Buddha line the walls and many candles are lit. No visit to Korea is complete without sampling this part of their culture.

From journal Seoul, Korea

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