Gangwon Province

江原道の宗教施設

Sacred Sites & Temples

This collection highlights the diverse spiritual heritage of Gangwon Province, ranging from ancient Buddhist complexes to modern Christian churches. Key sites include the coastal Naksansa with its towering Bodhisattva statue and Woljeongsa, located deep within Odaesan National Park, known for its historic octagonal pagoda. The list also features significant Catholic cathedrals and Protestant churches like Baekho and Cheol-wongyohoe, reflecting the region's varied religious landscape and architectural evolution from the Silla Dynasty to the present day.

Sacred Sites & Temples — 地図

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Sinheungsa Temple

Sinheungsa, sometimes spelled Shinheungsa, is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism.

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B

Naksansa

Naksansa or Naksan Temple is a Korean Buddhist temple complex in the Jogye order of Korean Buddhism that stands on the slopes of Naksan…

C

Wontongseongdang

Catholic church serving the Wontong-ri community in Inje.

D

Changchonseongdang

Catholic church located in the Changchon area of Hongcheon.

E

Changchonseongdang

Catholic church located in the Changchon area of Hongcheon.

F

Sabugseongdang

Catholic church serving the Sabuk mining community in Jeongseon.

G

Sangwonsa

Located on Odaesan Mountain, this temple houses the Bronze Bell of Sangwonsa, the oldest surviving bell in Korea, cast in 725 AD.

H

Haepyeong-giljjisadang

Local memorial shrine located in the Hwacheon region.

I

Woljeongsa

Head temple of the Jogye Order on Odaesan Mountain, featuring a landmark Octagonal Nine-story Stone Pagoda and a historic fir tree forest path.

J

Samhwasa

Silla-era temple located at the entrance of Mureung Valley, known for its iron Buddha statue and scenic mountain surroundings.

K

Sinheungsa

Historic Buddhist temple located in Samcheok, known for its tranquil forest setting and traditional architecture.

L

Woljeongsa

Major Buddhist complex on Odaesan Mountain, home to significant cultural properties including an octagonal nine-story stone pagoda.

M

Mulyangsujeon

The main hall of Buseoksa Temple, renowned as one of Korea's oldest wooden buildings and a masterpiece of Goryeo-era architecture.

N

Baekho Catholic Church

Catholic place of worship located in the Hoengseong region.

O

Cheol-wongyohoe

Seventh-day Adventist church serving the local community in Cheorwon.

P

Yonghwasa

Buddhist temple in Hwacheon, notable for housing a large stone Maitreya Buddha statue.

Q

Myeongwol Catholic Church

Catholic church located in the Myeongwol-ri area of Hwacheon.

R

Geonbongsa

Historic temple in Goseong that once served as a major center for Buddhist monks during the Imjin War; it houses rare relics of the Buddha.

S

Yongcheonsa

Buddhist temple located in the mountainous Jeongseon region.

T

Sawonsa

Small Buddhist temple situated in the Pyeongchang area.

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