Naesosa Temple

During Fall Break we traveled southwest to Buan-gun and stayed at a great waterpark resort. On our trip home we did a bit of sightseeing to the Naesosa Temple. It was a cold day but that did not dissuade the loyal visitors. I could see that this row of trees leading up to the temple would be gorgeous in fall colors or spring blossoms.

 These were some of the guards at the entry gate into the temple.

This temple is known for their temple stay program where visitors spend time with the monks learning about their lifestyle.

I was lucky to be approached by one of the monks. He spoke fairly good English and was able to tell me about many of the artifacts making this a special temple.

 These gongs and bell are a couple of the treasures along with a small temple up the mountain. This young monk hopes to stay at this temple for a long time and become a master.