Golgulsa Temple

골굴사

A cliff-carved Buddha and a martial-art temple

⚠ Steep rock stairs

Hours

8am–6pm

Address

101-5 Girim-ro, Munmudaewang-myeon, Gyeongju

A temple dug into a limestone cliff. The seated Buddha carved at the top of the highest rock is a national treasure, sheltered under a glass roof. The way up is steep rock steps that will leave you winded. The temple is known for Sunmudo, a Buddhist martial practice, with demonstrations on weekend afternoons.