Hwasun Unju Cultural Festival
November 7, 2026 - November 8, 2026Overview
The Hwasun Unju Cultural Festival is a signature cultural festival held at Unjusa Temple in Hwasun, a mystical sacred site where a thousand Buddhas and stone pagodas are said to rest in every valley. In the tranquil temple grounds, where the legend of the Reclining Buddha and countless stone pagodas coexist amid a thousand years of history, a wide range of cultural and artistic programs unfolds for visitors of all ages. Traditional bell ringing that touches the heart, pungmul performances, and music concerts in diverse genres enliven the festival, while engaging missions exploring different parts of Unjusa Temple and a variety of traditional and cultural experiences are offered. In the deepening autumn, visitors can embark on a journey through time and space into the mystical legends of the Thousand Buddhas and Thousand Pagodas, creating warm moments of rest and special memories.
Venue
The area around Unjusa Temple, Doam-myeon, Hwasun
Program
1. Unjusa Temple Bell-Ringing Event 2. Gamtan Market (Low and Less) 3. Buddhist Statue Unveiling Ceremony 4. Hands-On Programs - Vegetarian temple food experience - Photo printing and social media event - Painting and writing wishes on roof tiles: displayed in the courtyard of Daeungjeon Hall - Hwasun Wood Culture Experience Center: woodworking activities, building wooden houses, and more 5. Community Participation Programs - Demonstration of Dojang-ri field songs, featuring the Historical and Cultural Research and Preservation Association and the Doam Women's Association 6. Performances
Organizer
Hwasun-gun (061-373-5482) Hwasun County Culture and Tourism Foundation
Admission fee
Free
Duration
10:00–17:00