While out in Seoul this past December, Jo and I exited Oksu Station (Line 3 and Jungang Line) on our way to a friend's place. Standing beneath massive bridges that towered above us, our eyes were instantly moved to our right and Mitasa Temple (미타사). It literally took a few seconds to walk across the street and enter the grounds of this local Buddhist Temple.

While many temples in Korea are huge, this one is fairly small and designed for the locals to use. The main hall is well kept and directly across from it are (what appear to be) the monks' quarters. It's one of the few times Jo and I have ventured onto grounds and had the entire place to ourselves. We didn't see any candles, chants, or a single soul. A sense of calmness washed over us when we explored this urban area.