Can I take photos inside Korean temples?

Photography inside the main hall is not allowed, to keep it peaceful for prayer. Outside the halls, check signs. Dress modestly: no short shorts, sleeveless tops or bare feet.

• △Photography within the main hall is prohibited, and photography of some objects such as the Tripitaka Koreana is prohibited.
• △Avoid short shorts, sleeveless tops, mini skirts, slippers, high heels and leggings; bare feet are not allowed.
• •Enter a Buddha’s hall by the side doors; the middle door is for monks and nuns. Keep your voice low.
• △Loud noise, alcohol and smoking are strongly prohibited in the temple.

• •Clean, modest clothes
• •Socks, since you take shoes off in halls

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• Templestay: temple etiquette

Rules vary by temple. Follow posted signs and staff directions.