Golgulsa Temple 골굴사
Gyeongju · East Coast & Gampo · Sights
Cut into a limestone cliff, this temple is known for a rock-carved Buddha and for Sunmudo, a Buddhist martial art, which is demonstrated at set times. The stairs to the carved Buddha are steep, so wear good shoes and take it slowly. The setting among rocks and pines feels remote, and temple stays are offered for those who want an overnight experience; booking is via the temple's website, which you can translate with your browser.
Admission may be charged and can change. English signs may be limited, so ask or check on site. Morning visits are cooler.
Take bus 100 or 150, about 40 minutes, to the Golgulsa entrance, then walk 15 minutes. A parking lot is at the temple. (Show a driver: 골굴사)
Show this Korean name to your taxi driver or match it to signs: 골굴사
- Best time to visit
- Go in the morning for cool air, and plan around the Sunmudo demonstration time.
- Pair it with
- Gampo Port & Songdaemal Lighthouse is farther along the road, and Munmu Daewang Tomb (Daewangam) is on the same coast route.
- Great for
- Solo travelers
- Local tip
- A cliff temple known for a carved rock Buddha and Sunmudo martial art. The steps are steep, and temple-stay booking is on the temple's website (translate with your browser).
- Reservations
- Book a temple stay (website)