Golgul-sa Temple is located amid the natural beauty of Hamwol-san Mountain, which is situated just outside of historic Gyeongju City. The temple runs Templestay 365 days a year. It is possible to stay for a month or even more.
Practing Sunmudo is an unique experience at the Golgul-sa Temple. Sunmudo is a moving meditation and meditative martial arts. It emphasizes the harmony of body and mind through observing one’s breath.
It is a traditional Korean Buddhist martial art that traces its origins back over a thousand years.Soft and meditative, Qi Gong movements that cultivates an awareness of our own internal energies, while leading us towards a greater sensitivity of the external energies flowing all around us.
A nurturing yoga opens the energy points of body while relaxing the mind. The profound stillness of sitting meditation.
At Golgul-sa Temple, You can experience many activities such as Sitting or Walking Meditation, practicing Sunmudo, Archery, Joining Chanting Services,108 prostrations, Dharma Talk with a Buddhist monk over tea, and the healthy simplicity of temple cuisine.
| Day | Time | Program |
| Mon – Sat | 13:00 | Check-in |
| 14:00 | 1) Meditation (Regular program -Except Sun)
2) Optional Programs : Archery, Riding horse & Physical training *Additional Charge will be added (Register available on the spot) *You can select only one of two programs. |
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| 15:00 | Korean Traditional Arts Performance & Sunmudo Demonstration (Except Mon.) | |
| 16:00 | Communal Work (Helping the temple. It is depending on the day.) | |
| 17:00 | Orientation (Learning Sunmudo,meditation,prostration & temple ettiquetes) | |
| 17:20 | Experiencing Ring the Big Dharma Bell | |
| 17:30 | Dinner | |
| 18:30 | Evening Chanting Service & Meditation | |
| 19:00 | Sunmudo Training | |
| 22:00 | Go to bed | |
| 5:00 | Get up | |
| 5:30 | Morning Chanting Service / Sitting Meditation | |
| 6:00 | Walking Meditation | |
| 6:30 | Breakfast | |
| 9:00 | Tea time with a Buddhist monk over tea (Five minutes before) | |
| 10:00 | Sunmudo Training & 108 prostrations | |
| 11:30 | Lunch | |
| 12:30 | Check-out |
| Day | Time | Program |
| Sun | 14:20 | Check-in |
| 15:00 | Sunmudo Demonstration (Except Mon.) | |
| 17:00 | Orientation (Learning Sunmudo,meditation,prostration & temple ettiquetes) | |
| 17:20 | Experiencing Ring the Big Dharma Bell | |
| 17:30 | Dinner | |
| 18:30 | Evening Chanting Service & Meditation | |
| 19:00 | Sunmudo Training | |
| 22:00 | Go to bed | |
| 5:00 | Get up | |
| 5:30 | Morning Chanting Service / Sitting Meditation | |
| 6:00 | Walking Meditation | |
| 6:30 | Breakfast | |
| 8:30 | Tea time with a Buddhist monk over tea (Five minutes before) | |
| 9:40 | ① Optional Excursions to local sites (extra fee – 10,000 per person) ②108 prostrations / Joining the Forenoon Chanting Service is optional. |
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| 11:30 | Lunch | |
| 12:30 | Check-out |
* Programs can vary depending on the situation
Nadine Moreau –
Those 2 days were so rich in emotions and I found an inner peace during this stay. Would highly recommend
Rachel –
These few days in the Golgulsa Temple were awesome, relaxing and enriching. It was a great experience. I will do it again for sure.
Thank you for this beautiful stay
Hana –
Temple stay offers visitors to experience life in the temple, how the monks live on the daily basis. You will be able try the food, their “workout” etc. It was truly interesting to try this lifestyle. It was very peaceful and purifying. Everyone should try this at least once it their life.
Arnold –
Those who are interested in Buddhism, this is the perfect opportunity to try how is the actual life in a temple. It will teach you lot of thing about yourself. Really amazing, thank you for this
Karen –
Being a very stressed person these 3 days really helped me control my emotions.
It was a great experience and will surely do it next time I come to Korea.
Thank you!
Alya –
This stay was great, spending some time alone, focusing on myself was fantastic.
This is highly recommended!
Tyler –
I did this with my friends and it was so cool, we really enjoyed this stay!
Thank you Etour!
Jade –
I don’t believe in Bouddha spiritism, but when i arrived in the temple, that was a revelation. I was in peace et totaly relax. What an experience.
Emilie –
These 2 days was so short, i wanna try again the next time and stay more than 2 days.
Denis –
I thought I was strong but after spending this time at Golgulsa Temple, I was wrong. I really felt stronger emotionally and physically, thanks to these two days. Thank you for this incredible experience.
Gwen –
This trip did me a lot of good, it was a breath of fresh air. Thank you Etour.
Helena –
This temple is really amazing, i wiil comeback for sure
Bruce –
A very rewarding experience, the activities were top. Thank you for this moment.
Steve Lai –
Visiting the temples in Seoul was a peaceful and spiritual experience. The architecture was stunning and the atmosphere was serene. I would highly recommend this destination to anyone interested in exploring Korean spirituality and culture.
Coby Li –
The ancient city of Gyeongju is a must-visit destination for history buffs, with its many temples, tombs, and artifacts dating back to the Silla Dynasty.
Kris Cheung –
Korea’s many Buddhist temples, such as Bulguksa and Haeinsa, are peaceful oases of calm and spirituality amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life.