Hwaeomsa Temple
A thousand-year-old temple at Jirisan's foot and nationally designated heritage reveal Gurye's deep Buddhist traditions and mountain-temple scenery.
구례군
전남광주통합특별시
Between Jirisan and the Seomjingang, Gurye offers Hwaeomsa's thousand-year history, spring colors in Sansuyu Village and relaxed bamboo forests and gardens. Mountains, rivers and villages balance in this southern nature destination.
- Mountain-temple culture of Jirisan and Hwaeomsa
- Seasonal scenery at Sansuyu Village
- Ecological relaxation at the Seomjingang and Jirisan Garden
Highlights
Sansuyu Village
Yellow cornelian cherry blossoms bloom beside stone walls and streams, creating Gurye's signature spring scenery.
Seomjingang Bamboo Forest Trail
Feel the Seomjingang's breeze and ecology up close along riverside bamboo groves and gentle walking paths.
Jirisan Garden
Forest, wildflowers and woodland activities offer an unhurried natural retreat at Jirisan's foot.
Local flavors
Gurye sansuyu berries
Gurye's signature berries are grown in Sandong villages at the foot of Jirisan and enjoyed as tea and processed foods.
Before you travel
Festivals and seasons
Festivals
Check official festival dates before visiting.
Gurye Cornelian Cherry Blossom Festival2024-03-09 ~ 2024-03-17
Gurye 300-ri Cherry Blossom Festival2024-03-22 ~ 2024-03-24
Seasonal travel
Check the weather and opening information before visiting.
Flowers and mountain views are seasonal; check weather and operating notices for Jirisan and forest facilities.
Plan your trip
Explore accommodation and transport.
Photo and information sources
- Hwaeomsa Temple · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
- Sansuyu Village · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
- Seomjingang Bamboo Forest Trail · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
- Jirisan Garden · ⓒ한국관광콘텐츠랩
- Gurye sansuyu berries · Zeynel Cebeci / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0
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