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Palgongsan National Park (Pagyesa Temple District) (팔공산국립공원(파계사지구))

Palgongsan National Park (Pagyesa Temple District) (팔공산국립공원(파계사지구)) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3

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Palgongsan National Park (Pagyesa Temple District)

Palgongsan National Park (Pagyesa Temple District) is a Korean national-park section centered on Pagyesa Temple, founded in 804 CE during the Unified Silla period. The temple has traditional Korean Buddhist architecture, prayer halls, and is set in a forested mountain valley. For travelers serious about Korean Buddhism beyond Donghwasa and willing to engage with a quieter Palgongsan section, Pagyesa is one of the cleaner specialty single picks.

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Why go

Palgongsan National Park (Pagyesa Temple District) is a Korean national-park section centered on Pagyesa Temple, founded in 804 CE during the Unified Silla period. The temple has traditional Korean Buddhist architecture, prayer halls, and is set in a forested mountain valley. For travelers serious about Korean Buddhism beyond Donghwasa and willing to engage with a quieter Palgongsan section, Pagyesa is one of the cleaner specialty single picks.

Quick highlights

  • Palgongsan section with Pagyesa Temple
  • Founded 804 CE Unified Silla
  • Traditional Korean Buddhist architecture
  • Forested mountain valley setting
  • Quieter Palgongsan alternative

How to enjoy

Hiking course: [Course 1] Pagyesa Temple - Pagyejae Pass - Pagyebong Peak - Seobong Peak - Dongbong Peak - Donghwasa Temple [Course 2] Pagyesa Temple service area - Pagyejae Pass - Pagyebong Peak - Seobong Peak - Dongbong Peak These highlights come from the Korea Tourism Organization and can change — confirm facilities, courses, and access on the official channel before you visit.

Visitor services

Restrooms: Available These service details come from the Korea Tourism Organization and can change — confirm restrooms, interpretation, and reservation requirements on the official channel before you visit.

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FAQ

Where is Palgongsan National Park (Pagyesa Temple District) located?

741 Pagye-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu

What are Palgongsan National Park (Pagyesa Temple District)'s opening hours?

Opening hours: Open 24 hr Hours come from the Korea Tourism Organization and can change by season or holiday — check the official channel before you visit.