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Samgwangsa Temple (삼광사) · © KTO · KOGL Type 3
Busan
Samgwangsa Temple
Samgwangsa Temple is a curated attraction in Korea — full details, hours, and access info on the official Korea Tourism page.
Why go
Samgwangsa is a major Korean Buddhist temple in Busan, founded in 1986 — relatively recent compared to ancient temples but architecturally significant for its large scale. The temple is famous for the Lotus Lantern Festival (Yeondeunghoe), when tens of thousands of paper lanterns are hung throughout the grounds, creating one of Korea's most photographed Buddhist scenes. For travelers visiting Busan around Buddha's Birthday and wanting a strong Buddhist heritage destination, Samgwangsa is one of the strongest single picks.
Quick highlights
- Major Buddhist temple in Busan
- Founded 1986 with large architecture
- Famous Lotus Lantern Festival
- Tens of thousands of paper lanterns
- Strongest Busan Buddhism pick
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