Bongcheon Temple

A Purple Nature Experience with Your Kids, Bongcheonsa in Mungyeong

Where is Bongcheonsa?

Bongcheonsa is a small temple located at 201 Bongseo 2-gil, Hogye-myeon, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do, on the slopes of Wolbangsan Mountain. It is known for its clear mountain air, beautiful scenery, and peaceful setting deep in the forest. The temple name means "a spring where a phoenix settled and endured through the ages," and it is widely known as a spot where nature-friendly charm and historic scenery come together.

What makes it special?

• Purple asters in bloom

  • The aster colony around Bongcheonsa colors the area in soft purple, and you can enjoy the flowers in full bloom from mid-September to early October.
  • The wide flower field is popular for family photos, and it is also a lovely place for your kids to observe wildflowers and enjoy a hands-on nature experience.

• Lush pine forest and natural rock formations

  • With more than 100 pine trees over 200 years old, dozens of huge rocks, and hundreds of broad flat stones, this is also a wonderful place for nature learning.
  • As you walk along the trail, you can easily spot historical and cultural sites such as dolmens, a pavilion from the Joseon era, and a three-story stone pagoda.

• Byeongamjeong Pavilion and historical remains

  • Byeongamjeong, the traditional pavilion next to Bongcheonsa, is famous for its quiet atmosphere and old pine trees.
  • Various historical relics have been preserved here, including a rock-carved Mireuk Buddha, a Bhaisajyaguru statue, a rock-carved Avalokitesvara image, a mountain spirit shrine over 1,000 years old, and a stone pagoda from the Unified Silla period.

• Guksadang honoring patriotic heroes

  • Recently, a small shrine called Guksadang was created to honor eight patriotic heroes from the Mungyeong and Sangju area, and it is now used as a meaningful place for history and civic education.
  • It is a great place to have easy, meaningful conversations with your kids about history.

Why it is great to visit with kids

• Kids can run around freely in a natural outdoor setting with wide flower fields, pine forests, and rocks.
• Signs and labels for wildflowers, trees, and rocks are installed throughout the area, making it a good place to learn about nature.
• You can experience cultural heritage and the calm temple atmosphere together, making it ideal for a quiet walk and a relaxing break.

Visitor information

• Hours: Open year-round
• Photo spot: Sunrise and early morning views are especially beautiful, so morning visits are popular.
• Parking: A separate parking lot is available, though it may be crowded during the festival period.
• Special event: Aster Flower Festival held from September to October

Helpful tips for visitors

• Preschool children and elementary, middle, and high school students can enter for free.
• Omija tea and acorn jelly are prepared so visitors can enjoy them freely with no limit.
• Your photos can look even prettier if you buy a bouquet separately and hold it while taking pictures.
• There are many bees and butterflies flying around, so children should be careful.
• Tripods are not allowed in the flower field.
• If the parking lot fills up, you may need to park a little farther away from the temple, so an early visit is recommended.

Fees and program

• [Fees]
  • Aster field admission: 10,000 won
  • Bouquet: 5,000 won
• [Visitor guide]
  • Aster Festival: 2023.09.10 ~ 10.15 paid admission

MomMom one-line recommendation

"A place where you can experience flowers, trees, and history all in one visit. Bongcheonsa is a hidden gem in Mungyeong where the whole family can enjoy nature with all five senses."