Donghaksa Temple 동학사
Gongju · Gyeryongsan: Gapsa & Donghaksa · Sights
A temple at the foot of Gyeryongsan known today as a training college for Buddhist nuns. The approach follows a stream through the forest and, in early April, a road lined with cherry trees. The temple is peaceful, small and set in the valley, so it suits those who like a modest and meditative place.
Because many nuns study here, visitors should stay quiet and avoid photographing people. Trails continue uphill to Eunseon Falls. Free entry in practice, parking is paid.
A visit usually fills about ninety minutes.
A taxi from Gongju takes around 40 minutes; buses from Daejeon also reach the area, so check a map app. Parking is at the village entrance. (Show a driver: 동학사)
Show this Korean name to your taxi driver or match it to signs: 동학사
- Best time to visit
- Early April for blossoms; weekdays in autumn.
- Pair it with
- Donghaksa Valley & Eunseon Falls continues uphill, and Gyeryongsan Sikdang and On the Giwa are near the entrance.
- Great for
- Couples, Parents, Solo travelers
- Local tip
- Walk up from the parking lot beside the stream; it takes roughly half an hour. Early April brings cherry blossoms along the road.