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Archaeological Remains of a Typical Seon Monastery from 14th-century East Asia

Hoeamsaji

Once the largest royal Buddhist monastery of early Joseon, Hoeamsaji preserves the traces of Korea’s Seon Buddhist tradition, royal patronage, and centuries of spiritual legacy.

Archaeological Remains of a Typical Seon Monastery from 14th-century East Asia

Hoeamsaji

Once the largest royal Buddhist monastery of early Joseon, Hoeamsaji preserves the traces of Korea’s Seon Buddhist tradition, royal patronage, and centuries of spiritual legacy.

A Royal Temple
Remembered in Stone

Once a vast monastic complex supported by kings and royal patrons, Hoeamsaji now remains as foundations, stone terraces, monuments, and excavated artifacts.

Each trace reveals how Seon Buddhist culture and its practice in the monastic life once came together at the foot of Cheonbosan Mountain.

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Late Goryeo － Early Joseon

A royal Buddhist temple with
deep historical roots

Approximately 70 Buildings

Revealed through
archaeological excavations

Royal Monastery

A rare site showing
Korea’s Seon Buddhist tradition

Heritage Highlights

A journey through royal legacy, Seon Buddhist practice, and archaeological discovery.

World Heritage Value

01

Royal Buddhist Culture

A sacred site shaped by royal patronage and early Joseon Buddhist culture.

02

Seon Monastery Architecture

A rare layout showing the spatial system of a large-scale Seon monastery.

03

Archaeological Evidence

Excavated remains and artifacts revealing the temple’s scale and status.

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Plan Your Visit

Hoeamsaji

Explore the museum, walk through the ancient temple grounds, and discover the monuments that preserve the legacy of Hoeamsaji.

Location

11, Hoeamsa-gil, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do, Republic of Korea

Opening Hours
09:00 – 18:00 (March – October) 09:00 – 17:00 (November – February)
* Last Admission 17:00
Contact

+82-31-8082-4187

Closed

Mondays, Jan. 1, Lunar New Year’s Day, Chuseok