Day Visit
1 day
Tour the sanctuary, attend a meditation session, have tea in the garden. Get to know us before committing to more.
Free by reservation
Schedule a Visit
The mountain awaits. Choose your path in.
Whether you seek a weekend of stillness, months of deep practice, or compassionate care for life's final chapter, Alexandria offers a place for you. Every journey begins with a single step—reaching out.
We respond to all inquiries within 48 hours. Reach out in whatever way feels most comfortable.
+82 53 700 1234
Mon-Sat, 9am-5pm KST
@alexandria_sanctuary
For Korean speakers
Alexandria is located on the slopes of Palgongsan, approximately 20km northeast of Daegu city center.
Fly to Daegu International Airport (TAE). From there, we can arrange pickup (₩80,000) or you can take a taxi (approximately ₩50,000).
Take KTX to Dongdaegu Station (from Seoul: 1hr 40min). Bus 급행1 runs from the station to Palgongsan. We can also arrange pickup.
Alexandria Sanctuary
123 Palgongsan-ro, Dong-gu
Daegu 41028, South Korea
For weekend retreats and forum events, no experience is necessary. Cave retreats and extended residencies do require some prior meditation practice—we'll discuss your background during the application process.
Our programs are conducted in English and Korean. Most visiting teachers speak English. Silence is the primary language of the sanctuary—you'll find that words matter less than you expect.
Alexandria is not affiliated with any religion. We draw from Buddhist, Christian, Stoic, and indigenous wisdom traditions while welcoming people of all faiths and none. The practice here is about direct experience, not belief.
Comfortable, modest clothing for meditation (nothing tight or revealing). Warm layers—the mountain can be cool. Personal toiletries. Any medications. We provide bedding, towels, and meditation cushions.
Limited WiFi is available in common areas for essential communications. We encourage—but do not require—digital detox during your stay. The mountain offers better connection than any signal.
Most people come alone. The community becomes your companions. If you're nervous about traveling solo, reach out—we can connect you with others making the journey.