Baekdamsa Temple
백담사
📍 746, Baekdam-ro, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
Introduction
Located within Seoraksan Mountain, Baekdamsa Temple was built by Monk Ja Jang (590~658) during the reign of Queen Jindeok (647-654), 28th ruler of the Silla Kingdom. The temple was burnt down and moved several times until 1957 when it was rebuilt to the current location. There are various treasures and hermitages in the temple. Many famous people have visited the temple including Manhae Han Yong-un, a strong independence activist and poet. There are countless number of rock towers in front of the temple by the creek where visitors come to stack stones while praying for their wishes.
Telephone
🗺 Location
746, Baekdam-ro, Inje-gun, Gangwon-do
✏ Details
Admission Fees
Free (2,500 won if using the bus)
Restrooms
Available
🔎 Information
Inquiries
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-462-6969
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-33-462-6969
Parking Facility
Available
Closed
N/A (Open all year around)
Opening Hours
N/A (Open all year around)
Experience Guide
Templestay programs
