Sights · 349-60 Ganghwadong-ro,

Lotus Lantern International Meditation Center (연등국제선원)

Lotus Lantern International Meditation Center (연등국제선원)
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization

Visit info

Hours
Open 24 hr
Closed
N/A (Open all year round)
Information
+82-32-937-7033
Parking
Available
Experiences
Templestay

About

The Lotus Lantern International Meditation Center was founded in 1997 by Monk Wonmyoung as a site for foreigners to practice seon meditation.The center features five main buildings and a large garden area. The center is serviced by monks from various countries, including America, Switzerland, Russia, and other Asian countries. Foreigners can easily learn the practice of seon meditation by participating in the English lectures and short-term programs.

Getting there

349-60 Ganghwadong-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI). Details can change; check the official site before you go.