Pongun-sa was first built during the reign of King Wansong (r. 785-798) by the National Master Yonhoe. In 1551 it became the main temple of the Zen Order. Then, after 1945, it came under the direct control of the Headquarters of the Chogye Order.

The main concern of the temple is in education. To this end, there are many programs organized in order to accommodate anyone and everyone. There are different activities for each age group of children and university students, there are discussion and study groups; the temple supports the main Monastic Uni-versity.

The temple compound is an example of a traditional temple. There are the gates, shrines, and living quarters. A visit to this temple gives the impression of a mountain temple.

To get there: The temple is located on the northern side of KOEX building in the south of Seoul.

By subway: Take green line to Samsong-dong walk north.