Places
- First published
- Oct 15, 2026
Ganghwa Bomunsa Temple
Bomunsa Temple on Seokmodo Island is known for its rock-carved seated Buddha and historic stone grotto. Its setting overlooks the West Sea, but reaching the cliff carving requires a steep climb and numerous steps.
- Address
- 44 Samsannam-ro 828beon-gil, Samsan-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
- Nearby transit
- There is no nearby railway station. Access Seokmodo by the Seokmo Bridge and verify local bus service before travel.
- Hours
- Conflicting official listings: Incheon Tourism summer 07:00–19:00, winter 07:00–18:00; Ganghwa County 09:00–18:00. Listed as open year-round. Confirm with Bomunsa (+82-32-933-8271).
Incheon Tourism lists summer 07:00–19:00 and winter 07:00–18:00, but the county tourism page gives 09:00–18:00. For an early or late visit, confirm directly with the temple (+82-32-933-8271).
Why go
See the stone grotto, temple buildings and views of the sea. Visitors using wheelchairs or walking aids should ask the temple about accessible sections before arrival.
Practical Korea
Plan the visit
Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.
Getting thereThere is no nearby railway station. Access Seokmodo by the Seokmo Bridge and verify local bus service before travel.Find directions on NAVER Map ↗44 Samsannam-ro 828beon-gil, Samsan-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →Conflicting official listings: Incheon Tourism summer 07:00–19:00, winter 07:00–18:00; Ganghwa County 09:00–18:00. Listed as open year-round. Confirm with Bomunsa (+82-32-933-8271).
Food & eatingOpen guide →
Area guideOpen guide →