[Jeollanam-do] Heungguksa Temple (Yeosu) (흥국사 (여수))

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💡 Overview

The name of Heungguksa Temple means “if the country prospers, the temple does well.” The temple was established to pray for the country to flourish. Located on Yeongchwisan Mountain, Heunaguksa was founded by Bojo Guksa in 1195.

Within the compound are other buildings including Wontongjeon, Palsangjeon and Daeungjeon (Main Hall). The temple’s main hall, a Treasure, is open in its structure and equipped with traditional Korean doors. A Buddhist painting named Hubultaenghwa is designated as a Treasure. At the entrance to the temple is a rainbow-shaped stone bridge called Honggyo Bridge,a Treasure, which is widely known as a distinguished work of art.

On Yeongchwisan Mountain, azaleas begin to bloom in early April and completely take over the mountain by the end of the month. Azalea blossoms create an extravagant view along the ridgeline of Yeongchwibong Peak (439 meters above sea level) and Jillyebong Peak (510 meters above sea level).
During this period, the Mount Yeongchwisan Azalea Festival takes place.

📋 Detailed Information

📍 Address	160, Heungguksa-gil, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do (Zipcode: 59615)
📞 Phone	+82-61-685-5633
🌐 Website	www.여수흥국사.kr
Operating Hours	From sunrise to sunset
Day Off	N/A (Open all year round)
Parking	Available
Experience Guide	Temple stay
Inquiries and Information	• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-61-685-5633

📝 Additional Information

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📍 Nearby Attractions

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  Yeosu Yeongchwisan Mountain (영취산 (여수)) 🔗Distance: 531m | Sangam-dong, Yeosu-si, Jeollanam-do

Source: Korea Tourism Organization