Paldogo English

Attraction

Sammaksa Temple (삼막사)

Sammaksa Temple (삼막사)
Photo: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL Type 1)

Address

478 Sammak-ro, Manan-gu, Anyang-si, Gyeonggi-do,

Open in Google Maps

About

Sammaksa Temple is a Buddhist temple located in Samseongsan Mountain. Legend has it that the temple was established in 667 by Wonhyo, a Buddhist philosopher from the Silla era. Within the temple grounds are Cheonbuljeon Hall, Yukgwaneumjeon Hall, Myeongbujeon Hall, Manghaeru Pavilion, Chilbogak House, among others. The temple holds heritages like the Rock-carved Buddha Triad and the Fertility Stones. These artifacts, symbolizing the fusion of Buddhism and folk religion, highlights the ancient nature of the place.