14/07/2025
NAKSANSA (낙산사) TEMPLE STAY EXPERIENCE
Experience peace where the mountains meet the sea 🌊🧘♀️
Naksansa Templestay offers a serene escape with breathtaking ocean views, quiet meditation, and a deeper connection to yourself and nature. A perfect place to pause, reflect, and breathe. ⛩️💫
Here’s a more in‑depth look at Naksansa Templestay 🌊⛩️
🗻 Location & History
Nestled on Naksan Mountain’s slopes overlooking the East Sea near Yangyang, Gangwon Province .
Founded in 671 AD by Uisang-daesa to honor the Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva, the temple is one of the region's eight scenic jewels and has endured multiple fires, including a major one in 2005 .
🕉️ Templestay Programs
Dream, Follow the Trail (1 night, 2 days): involves temple etiquette lessons, guided meditation, monk-led chanting services (Yebul), breakfast, and crafting 108 prayer beads .
Taste of Beautiful Scenery & Temple Dinner (half-day afternoon program): includes a temple tour, meditation, dinner, and a voluntary evening service .
🧘 Activities & Atmosphere
Participants engage with:
Seon meditation (Zen-style), tea ceremonies, monastic meals, chanting, and mindfulness exercises .
Unique guided sessions—like food meditation and walking meditation—overlooking the sea, led by dedicated monks like Jiwol .
Hands-on experiences such as making tea or prayer beads help foster presence and gratitude.
🌅 Aesthetics & Spiritual Highlights
Standout structures include the cliffside Hongnyeonam Hermitage, the iconic Uisangdae Pavillion, and a majestic 16‑m granite statue of Haesugwaneum Bosal (Avalokitesvara) looking serenely out to sea .
The rhythmic sound of waves, peaceful temple halls, and Koreansans’ forested backdrop create a deeply contemplative ambiance .
ℹ️ Practical Info
Address: 100 Naksansa‑ro, Ganghyeon‑myeon, Yangyang‑gun, Gangwon‑do .
Programs run through spring–summer (e.g., “Wind in the waves”) and are open for booking internationally.
