November 25, 2015
Day 4
After strolling along Insadong, we decided to drop by this temple, Jogyesa temple. It's a small temple in the middle of the city. It doesn't have the quiet and solemn feel, but seeing the Main Dharma Hall and all the people inside praying from outside, was interestingly calming. The glow of the three Buddhas from inside was enough to make me feel like a higher being is watching over me - in a way that made me want to say a prayer and give thanks for the things that matter to me the most at the time. It just felt good.
When facing the Main Dharma Hall, the Paradise Hall is on your left. This is for Amitabha Buddha. This is where dharma talks, ceremonies and prayer services are held.
Now this is the Brahma Bell Pavilion. According to the pamphlet, this is where the four temple instruments of Dharma Drum, Wooden Fish, Cloud Gong, and Brahma Bell are kept.
Here are other photos I took inside the temple.
You can also try temple stay in here! Just contact them for details. I'll try it one day. :)
Jogyesa Temple is the central temple and symbol of Korean Buddhism. It has been designated as the #1 temple of the 1st District of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism.
Currently, Jogyesa Temple is the central temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It is a place to learn and practice Buddhism as well as a center for education, culture, and social services. (source: Jogyesa Temple pamphlet)
Address: 55, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-Gu, Seoul Korea,110-170
Tel no: +82-2-768-8600 / +82-2-732-2115
Website: http://eng.jogyesa.kr
Operating Hours: 24 hours
Admission Fee: Free
Day 4
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| Il-ju-mun (One Pillar Gate) |
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| Daewungjeon (Main Dharma Hall) |
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| From outside, you'll see the Buddha Triad - Amithaba Buddha, Shakyamuni Buddha and Bhaisaiya Buddha |
When facing the Main Dharma Hall, the Paradise Hall is on your left. This is for Amitabha Buddha. This is where dharma talks, ceremonies and prayer services are held.
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| GeuknakJeon |
Now this is the Brahma Bell Pavilion. According to the pamphlet, this is where the four temple instruments of Dharma Drum, Wooden Fish, Cloud Gong, and Brahma Bell are kept.
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| Beomjongru |
Here are other photos I took inside the temple.
You can also try temple stay in here! Just contact them for details. I'll try it one day. :)
Jogyesa Temple is the central temple and symbol of Korean Buddhism. It has been designated as the #1 temple of the 1st District of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism.
Currently, Jogyesa Temple is the central temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. It is a place to learn and practice Buddhism as well as a center for education, culture, and social services. (source: Jogyesa Temple pamphlet)
Address: 55, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-Gu, Seoul Korea,110-170
Tel no: +82-2-768-8600 / +82-2-732-2115
Website: http://eng.jogyesa.kr
Operating Hours: 24 hours
Admission Fee: Free
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