Donghwasa Temple 동화사
Daegu · Palgongsan & Dongchon · Sights
Founded more than a thousand years ago, Donghwasa is the main temple of Mount Palgong, set among forest on the north side of Daegu. The most striking sight is the giant seated Buddha of Unification, over thirty meters tall, standing in the grounds. Quiet halls, old stone pagodas and a stream run through the complex, and the surrounding hillsides turn red in late October and early November.
The temple offers temple stay programs for overnight visitors. Dress modestly, speak softly and do not photograph worshippers. Admission rules can change, so confirm at the gate.
Give yourself an hour and a half to walk the grounds slowly.
From the Dongdaegu Station area take Express Bus 1 toward Palgongsan, which runs to the temple entrance in about an hour. Drivers pay for the temple lot. (Show a driver: 동화사)
Show this Korean name to your taxi driver or match it to signs: 동화사
- Best time to visit
- Weekday mornings in late October or early November for peak foliage.
- Pair it with
- Bangjja Yugi Museum is a short ride away on the road in, and Sanchae Sikdang Palgongsan serves a mountain-vegetable lunch below.
- Great for
- Parents, Solo travelers
- Local tip
- The main temple of Mount Palgong, with a giant Buddha over thirty meters tall and blazing foliage in late autumn. Temple stay programs are available.
- Reservations
- Book a temple stay in advance