Suraksan Hakrimsa Temple and Surakgol Valley

A historic temple attributed to Silla monk Wonhyo, with clear valley water flowing among Suraksan's unusual rock formations.

Place information

Area

Nowon-gu

Category

Parks and nature

Address

61, Deongneung-ro 145-gil, Nowon-gu, Seoul

Visit tip

From the courtyard before Daeungjeon Hall, take in Nowon's streets and the Buramsan ridge beyond.

Nearby sights

• Hakrimsa Three-Story Pagoda and View

  A quiet temple courtyard below Suraksan's cliffs opens onto an urban panorama.

• Surakgol Rocky Valley Walk

  A summer retreat along unusual cliffs and clear pools, accompanied by flowing water.

• Suraksan Accessible Woodland Walk

  A wooden-deck out-and-back route at the valley entrance for a comfortable forest visit.