2 Best Sights in Side Trips from Seoul, South Korea

Another highlight of Ganghwa-do is this beautiful Buddhist temple, with its outstanding collection of Joseon-era buildings, including its 17th-century main hall. The temple participates in Temple Stay, a cultural program that allows you to stay over and experience chanting, meditation, and teatime.

A 26-foot gold Buddha head called buldu towers over a reflecting pond set between the Yeonhwasan mountains at this peaceful temple built in 1970. As you stroll, you'll notice more than 3,000 smaller Buddha statues on the grounds.