Originally built in 1227, Anguk-sa housed a secret Joseon dynasty archive known as Sagak; later, monk soldiers lived at the temple to protect these documents. In 1995, the temple was relocated to its current site due to the construction of a power plant. The temple overlooks Sanjeong Lake and has a collection of Buddha statues from around the world.
Anguk-sa
Jeollabuk-do
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Holding 81,258 woodblock scriptures, making it one of the largest Buddhist libraries of its kind, this Unesco World Heritage–listed temple should be on…
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On the approach to the temple, this excellent museum showcases temple treasures like replicas of the scriptures, Buddhist art and other artefacts,…
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This 50m suspension bridge runs between two rocks and stands 81m above a ravine. The bridge is a short walk from the upper-level cable-car station.
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A collection of 2000 Buddhist treasures and relics from temples in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Highlights include a bronze bell cast by a monk, and a large…
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Originally built during the Goryeo dynasty (918–1392), this fortress served as safety refuge for citizens during wartime. The fortress wall was built…
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Fairies are said to slide down rainbows to bathe in the pools at this small temple. The stone Buddha statue inside the main hall is believed to date from…
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This waterfall pours over a series of large boulders. There's a small pavilion that provides the best view.
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This temple has a Dangun shrine, a centuries-old pear tree and attractive gardens, and you can even bang the big drum. Coming from the southern gate of…
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7. Jikji Museum of Buddhist Arts
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A collection of 2000 Buddhist treasures and relics from temples in Gyeongsangbuk-do. Highlights include a bronze bell cast by a monk, and a large…
21.26 MILES
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