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95 and seeing with a more reflective eye, I realize that the fallen leaf or the Golden One’s smile is just as much a part of the complex as what I might normal- ly observe. I agree that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts, but I am grateful when I notice the tiny elements so that I can understand the mag- nitude of the whole. Does any particular time of day lend itself best to photographing the complex? Sometime between dusk and dawn is best. There are so many aspects of the Wawoo complex; though not large in size, you could shoot the de- tails of Wawoojeongsa all day. Since it is a place to sway, I recommend taking time with each and every shutter; if you miss a shot because of the light, don’t worry. You will be back to Wawoo soon anyway. Yongin is a long trip for some of our readers. What else is of interest in the area? Could we make a day of it? What makes Wawoo so special is that it appeals on so many different levels. Pack a basket and find a place near the complex for a forest picnic. Grab your journal or a novel and park it near a stupa by the creek. Put on the hiking boots and hit some of the trails around the complex. Personally, I always indulge in the multi-course set menu at Uncle de Paris, a French fusion restaurant located right outside of the temple entrance. Baked lobster and steak for under 50,000? Yes, please. Everland Amusement Park, Yongin Ski Resort and the Korean Folk Village are within a short ride of the temple complex. Yet, to do much more than the temple and a meal is rejecting the very essence of Wawoojeongsa, flipping the bird to tranquility. If you experience Wawoo as it is intended, you real- ize that it is far from being a tourist attraction or a check on a sightseeing list. Finally, can you give us the public transport op- tions to the temple? From Jamsil Station (line 2), exit 6 or 7, take bus 5600 or 5800 to Yongin Intercity Bus Terminal. From the terminal take the bus bound for Wonsam. Get off at Wawoojongsa Temple. From Gangnam Station (line 2), exit 10, take bus 5001 or 5002 to Yongin Intercity Bus Terminal. From the terminal take the bus bound for Wonsam. Get off at Wawoojeongsa Temple.