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Namo Buddha: Buddha’s Birthday Celebrations in South Korea

Buddha’s Birthday is one big festival for Buddhists all around the world. There are Buddhist countries that celebrate Buddha’s birthday for days and even for weeks. Asian countries like Nepal,…

Jogyesa Temple and Bongeunsa Temple: Finding a sense of peace in the heart of Seoul

In this article you will get to know about Jogyesa Temple and Bongeunsa Temple, the two most popular and most visited Buddhist temples in Seoul. Both of these temples are located right in the middle of a metropolitan area, yet are the most beautiful, the most peaceful, and easily accessible temples you’ll find in Seoul city. Hence knowing a bit about both of these temples will be useful during your trip to Korea.

Jongno-gu: Cultural and Artistic Tour II

As an important district of Seoul, Jongno has a lot to offer for those interested in Korea’s history and culture. In Jongno-gu: Cultural and Artistic Tour I, we talked about…

Temples, Temples, and More Temples (My Favorites in Seoul)

Seoul has a plethora of incredible temples to visit within city limits. Surrounded by steel skyscrapers and noisy streets or nestled into quiet mountainsides, Seoul’s temples offer a respite from…

Jogyesa Temple-The Mystical Center Of Korean Buddhism

The famous Jogyesa Temple is situated in the heart of Seoul. Similarly, it’s termed to be one of the main Buddhist temples of the Korean nation. Serving as the headquarters…

Lotus Lantern Festival

Lotus Lantern Festival (연등회) is an ancient Korean folk festival for celebration of Buddha’s birthday, originated in Silla Period. The Lantern Festival was designated as National Intangible Heritage No. 122. Nowadays,…

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