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Sangwonsa Temple (Yongmunsan Mountain) · 용문산 상원사

Overview

Nestled on the slopes of Mount Yongmunsan in Yangpyeong, Sangwonsa Temple offers a peaceful retreat reached through a scenic forest trail. Steeped in legend connected to King Sejo, the temple provides a tranquil atmosphere accompanied by the soothing sound of a nearby valley stream. It's an ideal stop for visitors combining a temple visit with hiking on Mount Yongmunsan.

Original (Korean)

경기도 양평 용문산 자락에 자리한 상원사는 울창한 숲길을 따라 오르며 만나는 고즈넉한 산사입니다. 세조와 관련된 전설이 깃든 곳으로, 계곡의 맑은 물소리와 함께 조용한 사색의 시간을 즐길 수 있습니다. 용문산 등산로와 이어져 있어 자연 트레킹과 함께 방문하기 좋습니다.

Photo credit: Korea Tourism Organization

Info
Address경기도 양평군 용문면 상원사길 292
Hours 09:00~18:30
Closed 연중무휴
Parking 가능
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