Gohung Palyongsan Neunggasa Temple 'Baby Cosmos' in Full Bloom

Leave a Life Shot~ as the Scent of Autumn

[Goheung=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Sim Jeong-woo] Baby cosmos flowers in vibrant colors are in full bloom within the grounds of Neunggasa Temple on Palyongsan Mountain in Goheung-gun, Jeollanam-do, creating a spectacular scene that enhances the autumn atmosphere.

Neunggasa Temple, located at the foot of Palyongsan, Goheung’s number one scenic spot, offers magnificent views of magnolias, cherry blossoms, and red camellias in spring, and in autumn, a colorful cosmos flower field spreads out, gaining popularity among visitors seeking relaxation for their mind and body.

Additionally, the recently opened exploration center at the entrance of Neunggasa serves as a healing space for visitors exploring nearby Palyongsan and the auto camping (campground) site. It offers a special experience where visitors can enjoy a cup of tea while taking in the beautiful view of Palyongsan.

Neunggasa, a thousand-year-old temple, was destroyed during the Imjin War but was rebuilt during the reign of King Injo of the Joseon Dynasty. It is a historic temple in Goheung that houses three treasures including the Daeungjeon Hall and three tangible cultural properties.

Nearby, the healing forest of cypress trees blends with the dense woods of Palyongsan. The cypress trees, which emit phytoncides, cover about 400 hectares, the largest scale in South Korea. Visitors can also experience various healing programs at the forest trail therapy center.

A county official stated, “We want to continuously plant various flowers that allow visitors to feel the four seasons in the garden of Palyongsan Neunggasa, leaving memorable healing trips for those visiting Goheung.” He added, “We hope visitors come here to experience a healing time unique to Goheung and relieve the stress of daily life exhausted by the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic.”

Goheung=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Sim Jeong-woo hss79@asiae.co.kr

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