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Geungnakjeon Hall and its stone pagoda inside Bongjeongsa Temple in Andong
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Bongjeongsa Temple

봉정사

Bongjeongsa is an active Buddhist temple and UNESCO mountain-monastery site outside central Andong. The published visitor page identifies paid admission and parking but does not give a dependable current daily gate window, so confirm directly before a fixed-time trip and keep templestay, worship and heritage rooms separate.

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Andong · Gyeongsangbuk-do
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    Published admissionVisitor page lists adult KRW 2,000 · teen KRW 1,300 · child KRW 600

    Temple admission policies can change; confirm directly rather than treating an archived fare as guaranteed.

    Correct destination222 Bongjeongsa-gil, Seohu-myeon, Andong · 054-853-4181
    Active-temple boundaryWorship, monastic life and ceremonies take priority

    Do not enter closed halls, photograph worshippers closely or block a ritual route.

    Templestay boundaryDay, experience and rest programmes require separate confirmation and payment

    General heritage admission is not a templestay reservation.

    ParkingParking listed as available

    Check posted fees, capacity and the current accessible drop-off route on arrival.

    Photo scopeCurrent hero shows the real Geungnakjeon Hall and stone pagoda inside Bongjeongsa

    It does not depict the entire monastery or establish public interior access.

    RegionAndong · Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Map search안동 봉정사
    Place typeTemple · UNESCO · Outer route
    Map pinApproximate catalogue location

    Use a Korean map app to confirm the exact entrance and live route.

    Mobility checkStep-free entrances, lifts, rest areas and accessible toilets are not assumed; confirm them with the official venue.

    DAY-OF PLAN

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    1. 01
      Confirm today's visitor window and fare

      The current tourism page lists fees but no daily hours. Call the temple when timing, worship, conservation work or a programme is important.

    2. 02
      Visit Geungnakjeon and public courtyards

      Follow signs and staff through the active temple; the UNESCO designation does not make every hall or monastic area publicly enterable.

    3. 03
      Check the rural bus both ways

      Use Andong BIS for Express 2, route 310 or the current service. Do not rely on a one-way result or assume a waiting taxi.

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    TRAVELER FAQ

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    What time does Bongjeongsa close today?

    The current visitor page does not publish dependable daily hours. Confirm directly with the temple at 054-853-4181 before a fixed-time trip.

    Does a general visit include templestay?

    No. Templestay is a separately arranged and paid programme with its own availability and rules.

    Is the information for Bongjeongsa Temple live?

    The place identity and regional route were checked against the official tourism guide. Hours, admission, closures and transport must be rechecked on the official page and a live map before departure.

    Can travellers correct this page?

    Yes. Use the community place wiki to propose a sourced correction, or post a current field update after visiting. Changes are reviewed before becoming canonical facts.

    ABOUT · KOREA ERA WIKI

    About Bongjeongsa Temple

    Bongjeongsa is an active Buddhist temple and UNESCO mountain-monastery site outside central Andong. The published visitor page identifies paid admission and parking but does not give a dependable current daily gate window, so confirm directly before a fixed-time trip and keep templestay, worship and heritage rooms separate.Recheck the official source before visiting.
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    Bongjeongsa Temple

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    Contents
    1. 1Overview
    2. 2Key facts and visitor information
    3. 3Visit flow
    4. 4Traveler tips
    5. 5Nearby places
    6. 6Frequently asked questions
    7. 7Sources and revision history

    1. Overview

    Bongjeongsa is an active Buddhist temple and UNESCO mountain-monastery site outside central Andong. The published visitor page identifies paid admission and parking but does not give a dependable current daily gate window, so confirm directly before a fixed-time trip and keep templestay, worship and heritage rooms separate.

    2. Key facts and visitor information

    Current visitor checkNo dependable daily hours published on the current visitor page · call 054-853-4181
    Published admissionVisitor page lists adult KRW 2,000 · teen KRW 1,300 · child KRW 600Temple admission policies can change; confirm directly rather than treating an archived fare as guaranteed.
    Correct destination222 Bongjeongsa-gil, Seohu-myeon, Andong · 054-853-4181
    Live transportCheck Express 2 and route 310 variants in Andong BISSome variants connect Hahoe or central Andong differently; verify the exact direction and last return.
    Active-temple boundaryWorship, monastic life and ceremonies take priorityDo not enter closed halls, photograph worshippers closely or block a ritual route.
    Templestay boundaryDay, experience and rest programmes require separate confirmation and paymentGeneral heritage admission is not a templestay reservation.
    ParkingParking listed as availableCheck posted fees, capacity and the current accessible drop-off route on arrival.
    Photo scopeCurrent hero shows the real Geungnakjeon Hall and stone pagoda inside BongjeongsaIt does not depict the entire monastery or establish public interior access.
    Current official guideVISITKOREA · Bongjeongsa Temple current visitor guideChecked August 29, 2026. Recheck volatile hours, fares, closures, weather and transport before travel.
    RegionAndong · Gyeongsangbuk-do
    Map search안동 봉정사
    Place typeTemple · UNESCO · Outer route
    Map pinApproximate catalogue locationUse a Korean map app to confirm the exact entrance and live route.
    Mobility checkStep-free entrances, lifts, rest areas and accessible toilets are not assumed; confirm them with the official venue.

    Approved current facts

    Transit
    Korean map search · 안동 봉정사Checked 1/1/2026 · Korea Era editors · source
    Admission & prices
    Visitor page lists adult KRW 2,000 · teen KRW 1,300 · child KRW 600 Temple admission policies can change; confirm directly rather than treating an archived fare as guaranteed.Checked 1/1/2026 · Korea Era editors · source
    Official links
    VISITKOREA · Bongjeongsa Temple · checked 2026-08-27Checked 1/1/2026 · Korea Era editors · source

    3. Visit flow

    1. 01
      Before departure

      Confirm today's visitor window and fare

      The current tourism page lists fees but no daily hours. Call the temple when timing, worship, conservation work or a programme is important.

    2. 02
      Quiet daylight hours

      Visit Geungnakjeon and public courtyards

      Follow signs and staff through the active temple; the UNESCO designation does not make every hall or monastic area publicly enterable.

    3. 03
      Before the return trip

      Check the rural bus both ways

      Use Andong BIS for Express 2, route 310 or the current service. Do not rely on a one-way result or assume a waiting taxi.

    4. Traveler tips

    • Call before a tightly timed rural visit because the current public listing does not supply a reliable gate timetable.
    • Wear clothing and shoes suited to a working mountain temple, steps and timber thresholds, and keep voices low.
    • Ask before photographing monks, worshippers, ceremonies or hall interiors even when courtyard photography is allowed.
    • Search “안동 봉정사” in Naver Map or Kakao Map and confirm the entrance before leaving.
    • Opening hours, admission and closure days can change; use the official regional guide before departure.
    • The catalogue pin is approximate. Use the linked Korean map search for the final walking route.

    5. Nearby places

    6. Frequently asked questions

    What time does Bongjeongsa close today?

    The current visitor page does not publish dependable daily hours. Confirm directly with the temple at 054-853-4181 before a fixed-time trip.

    Does a general visit include templestay?

    No. Templestay is a separately arranged and paid programme with its own availability and rules.

    Is the information for Bongjeongsa Temple live?

    The place identity and regional route were checked against the official tourism guide. Hours, admission, closures and transport must be rechecked on the official page and a live map before departure.

    Can travellers correct this page?

    Yes. Use the community place wiki to propose a sourced correction, or post a current field update after visiting. Changes are reviewed before becoming canonical facts.

    7. Sources and revision history

    Foundation sourceVISITKOREA · Bongjeongsa Temple · checked 2026-08-27Recheck time-sensitive hours, prices and reservation rules on the official page.
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