On the Way to Baengnyeonsa Temple on Deogyusan Mountain, Home of Muju's Fireflies
8 stops · 7 hours
Fireflies only inhabit pristine natural environments that cannot be found near urban centers. The fact that Muju is a firefly habitat is clear proof of its clean water and fresh air. Take a leisurely tour from the Bandibbul Market to Deogyusan Natural Recreation Forest and Baengnyeonsa Temple nestled in Muju Gucheondong Valley.
- Duration
- 7 hours
- Distance
- 38.89km
Along the way
- 1
Muju Bandibbul Market (1st, 6th)
무주 반딧불시장 (1, 6일)
Formerly known as Old Muju Market, it received permission for establishment on January 19, 1915, and opened as a five-day market operating on days ending in 1 and 6 in Eupnae-ri, Muju-myeon (the area around the current Samsung Electronics store). It mainly traded grains, livestock, textiles, seafood, tobacco, ceramics, meat, and general goods. Miscellaneous merchandise was supplied from Incheon, Gyeongseong (Seoul), and Daegu, while goods like tobacco were shipped out to Jinju.MoreLess
- 2
Bukgosa Temple (Muju)
북고사(무주)
Hyangnosan Bukgosa Temple is located at 520 Eupnae-ri, Muju-eup, Muju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, and serves as a branch temple of Geumsansa Temple, the head temple of the 17th District of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Situated on the slopes of Hyangnosan Mountain behind downtown Muju-eup, Bukgosa Temple was originally founded as Gyeongweolsa Temple during the reign of King Gongmin of Goryeo and was reborn under the guidance of Great Monk Muhak as he envisioned a new dynasty at the beginning of the Joseon period. MoreLess
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Deogyusan Natural Recreation Forest
덕유산 자연휴양림
Easily accessible from Daejeon, Geochang, and other areas, this forest is adjacent to Deogyusan National Park and close to the entrance of Muju Gucheondong Valley. Thickly planted with Japanese larch and Korean pine trees and surrounded by beautiful scenery, it is an optimal place for rest. Visitors can enjoy mountain biking along the forest roads within the recreation forest. With nearby tourist attractions such as Muju Resort, Deogyusan National Park, Rajetongmun Gate, Muju Pumped-Storage Power Plant, and Jeoksangsanseong Fortress, it can be enjoyed in all four seasons. MoreLess
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Bukgosa Temple (Muju)
북고사(무주)
Hyangnosan Bukgosa Temple is located at 520 Eupnae-ri, Muju-eup, Muju-gun, Jeollabuk-do, and serves as a branch temple of Geumsansa Temple, the head temple of the 17th District of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Situated on the slopes of Hyangnosan Mountain behind downtown Muju-eup, Bukgosa Temple was originally founded as Gyeongweolsa Temple during the reign of King Gongmin of Goryeo and was reborn under the guidance of Great Monk Muhak as he envisioned a new dynasty at the beginning of the Joseon period.MoreLess
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Deogyusan Natural Recreation Forest
덕유산 자연휴양림
Easily accessible from Daejeon, Geochang, and other areas, this forest is adjacent to Deogyusan National Park and close to the entrance of Muju Gucheondong Valley. Thickly planted with Japanese larch and Korean pine trees and surrounded by beautiful scenery, it is an optimal place for rest. Visitors can enjoy mountain biking along the forest roads within the recreation forest. With nearby tourist attractions such as Muju Resort, Deogyusan National Park, Rajetongmun Gate, Muju Pumped-Storage Power Plant, and Jeoksangsanseong Fortress, it can be enjoyed in all four seasons.MoreLess
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Baengnyeonsa Temple
백련사
Located in the upper reaches of Gucheondong Valley in the heart of Deogyusan Mountain, Baengnyeonsa Temple is said to have been built during the reign of King Sinmun of Silla after a white lotus (baengnyeon) bloomed where the Buddhist Master Baengnyeon lived in seclusion. It is said to be the only remaining temple among the 14 temples of Muju Gucheondong. Crossing the arched Baengnyeongyo Bridge at the entrance of Baengnyeonsa Temple and passing through the Iljumun Gate, you will see a stone staircase (Baengnyeonsa Temple Staircase: Local Monument No. 42), above which the Daeungjeon Main Hall stands. Other cultural assets include the stupas of Maewoldang and Jeonggwandang. A stone triad Buddha believed to have been made during the Goryeo Dynasty is also famous. The stupa of world-renowned newspaper magnate Lord Rothermere is located here, demonstrating the temple's status as a renowned site. Many eminent monks were produced here. MoreLess
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Baengnyeonsa Temple
백련사
Located in the upper reaches of Gucheondong Valley in the heart of Deogyusan Mountain, Baengnyeonsa Temple is said to have been built during the reign of King Sinmun of Silla after a white lotus (baengnyeon) bloomed where the Buddhist Master Baengnyeon lived in seclusion. It is said to be the only remaining temple among the 14 temples of Muju Gucheondong. Crossing the arched Baengnyeongyo Bridge at the entrance of Baengnyeonsa Temple and passing through the Iljumun Gate, you will see a stone staircase (Baengnyeonsa Temple Staircase: Local Monument No. 42), above which the Daeungjeon Main Hall stands. Other cultural assets include the stupas of Maewoldang and Jeonggwandang. A stone triad Buddha believed to have been made during the Goryeo Dynasty is also famous. The stupa of world-renowned newspaper magnate Lord Rothermere is located here, demonstrating the temple's status as a renowned site. Many eminent monks were produced here.MoreLess
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Muju Bandibbul Market (1st, 6th)
무주 반딧불시장 (1, 6일)
Formerly known as Old Muju Market, it received permission for establishment on January 19, 1915, and opened as a five-day market operating on days ending in 1 and 6 in Eupnae-ri, Muju-myeon (the area around the current Samsung Electronics store). It mainly traded grains, livestock, textiles, seafood, tobacco, ceramics, meat, and general goods. Miscellaneous merchandise was supplied from Incheon, Gyeongseong (Seoul), and Daegu, while goods like tobacco were shipped out to Jinju. MoreLess
Source: Korea Tourism Organization (TourAPI) · Machine-translated