Mugaksa Temple (무각사)

Nestled at the foot of Yeouisan Mountain in the business center of Gwangju, Mugaksa Temple is an urban Buddhist Temple. Unlike other urban Buddhist Temples, Mugaksa Temple has all the elements of a traditional temple. The temple is used as a cultural resting area and artistic spot for meetings without any religious barrier. The temple is also the starting point of the 2 kilometer walking trail to the 5.18 Memorial Park, leading to a constant flow of visitors.

Age Limit for Experience

Open to visitors ages 8 & over  

Opening Day

1971  

Opening Hours

Open 24 hr  

Holiday

N/A (Open all year round)  

Parking

Available (approx. 100 parking spaces)  

Inquiries

• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-62-383-0108  

Hiking Course

[Walking trail] Around Mugaksa Temple and 5.18 Memorial Park (1.5 km)

Tour Course Information

Mugaksa Temple - 5.18 Park walking trail - 5.18 Park Exhibition Hall

Shopping Information

Lotus Book Cafe: Coffee, drinks, books and Buddhism related items

Admission Fees

Free

Restrooms

Available

Available Facilities

[Convenience facilities] Pavilion, observatory, walking trail, etc.
[Educational facilities] Templestay Meditation Center, Tea Ceremony Experience Room, lecture room
[Exercise facilities] Water playground, children playground, weight training facilities, etc.

Parking Fees

Free

Interpretation Services Offered

Information in language of Sri Lanka available