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Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong – 안동 운흥동 오층전탑 (Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do)
The “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong” is located in central Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do to the north of a trainyard and to the east of Homeplus. This brick pagoda is believed to have once belonged to Beomninsa Temple, which was written about in a couple of sources. One of these records is the “Dongguk yeoji seungnam – Augumented Survey of the Geography of Korea,” which was written in 1481. Another source is the “Yeonggaji – Record of the Andong Region,” which was written in 1608. According to the “Yeonggaji – Record of the Andong Region,” the brick pagoda at Beomnimsa Temple was a seven-story structure. As a result, historians believe that the current five-story structure differs greatly from its original design. It’s believed that this change in the brick pagoda’s design took place some time during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) during a major repair of the structure. The “Yeonggaji – Record of the Andong Region” also states that there used to be a gilt-bronze finial atop the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong,” similar to the “Seven-story Brick Pagoda at Beopheungsa Temple Site” also in Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do. However, the finial atop this seven-story brick pagoda was stolen by soldiers of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) right after the Japanese invasion of the Korean Peninsula during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The brick pagoda was further damaged during the Korean War (1950-53). It was finally restored in 1962.
The “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” is Korean Treasure #56.
The “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” in 1914. (Picture courtesy of the National Museum of Korea). The “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong” (foreground) and “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” (background) in 1914. (Picture courtesy of the National Museum of Korea). Pagoda DesignThe “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” is situated on a compact tract of land in central Andong. When you first approach this 8.35 metre tall brick pagoda, you’ll notice that the bricks aren’t uniform in colour. Each brick measures 27.5 cm in length, 12.5 cm in width, and 6 cm thick. Each story of the brick pagoda has a niche opening that formerly housed a statue of the Buddha. On the southern side of the structure, on the other hand, you’ll find that the second story of the structure houses a stone panel of reliefs dedicated to two temple guardians. The width of the eaves to each story are rather short in size compared to other stone pagodas. The simple reason for this is the use of brick instead of set stone. There are black roof tiles that adorn each of the five stories of the structure. These roof tiles are made of wood. And the roof design with niches is meant to emulate a wooden pagoda. Unfortunately all that now adorns the top of the pagoda is the base to the missing bronze finial.
The only other structure still in place at the former Beomnimsa-ji Temple Site is the “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong” to the west of the historic brick pagoda. These flagpole supports date back to Unified Silla (668-935 A.D.), and these flagpole supports measure 2.6 metres in height. The upper part of the supports were partially damaged during the Korean War (1950-53).
How To Get ThereFrom the Andong bus terminal bus stop, you’ll need to take either Bus #210, Bus #211, Bus #212, or Bus #410. In fact, there are quite a few buses that go in the direction of the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” from the bus terminal. You’ll need to get off at the “Kyobo Saeng-myeong” bus stop. The bus ride will take about 25 to 30 minutes. The brick pagoda is to the southeast and behind the neighbouring Homeplus.
But if public transportation isn’t your thing, you can simply take a taxi from the Andong bus terminal. It’ll take 15 minutes, or 5.7 km, and it’ll cost you about 6,000 won.
Overall Rating: 4/10The “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” is only one of a dozen historical brick pagodas in Korea. And while it’s tucked away, and a bit hidden, it’s one of the most beautiful pagodas you’ll find at a temple site. It’s quite large in size and has subtleties to its overall design like the stone guardian reliefs on the south side of the structure and the niches on all four sides of the structure. Also accompanying the historic brick pagoda on the temple site is the flagpole supports to the west. It’s definitely well-worth a visit the next time you’re in central Andong.
Approaching the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” from the east at the site’s entry gate. A look at the east side of the brick pagoda with a niche opening on the fourth floor of the structure. A closer look at the stone bricks of the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong.” A look towards the brick pagoda from the southeast. A look up at the brick pagoda and the two temple guardian reliefs on the fourth story of the structure from the south. A look at the brick pagoda from the southwest at the large first story niche. The “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong.” A look down at the central support to the “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong.” A look through the “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong” at the ancient brick pagoda. A look up at the pagoda from the northeast. And one final look up at the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong.”—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
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Learn Korean Ep. 128: 통해(서) “Through”
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Banyasa Temple – 반야사 (Yeongdong, Chungcheongbuk-do)
Banyasa Temple is located in northeastern Yeongdong, Chungcheongbuk-do up a long valley next to Mt. Baekhwasan (933.3 m). This mountain is part of the Baekdu-daegan Mountain Range. Water flows out from Mt. Baekhwasan and forms the beautiful Gusucheon Stream. And where the stream flows past Banyasa Temple, it forms an “S-shape” similar to that of a Taeguk. The name of the temple, Banyasa Temple, means “Wisdom Temple” in English, as the name is a reference to Prajna in Sanskrit.
As for the founding of the temple, there are a couple stories as to when it was first created. One story relates that the temple was first established by either Wonhyo-daesa (617-686 A.D.) or Sangwon-josa, who was one of the ten major disciples of Uisang-daesa (625-702 A.D.). But since Wonhyo-daesa died in 686 A.D., it probably rules him out. Either way, there are no documents that confirm the creation of the temple by either monk. Another story relates how Muyeom-guksa (801-888 A.D.) was the founder of the the temple. According to this story, Muyeom-guksa resided at Simmyosa Temple in Hwanggan. He sent a novice monk named Sunin to the future temple site, where Sunin cast out an evil dragon that was living in the pond there. Afterwards, Sunin established Banyasa Temple after filling in the pond. According to this same story, Banyasa Temple was first established in 851 A.D.
As for the name of Banyasa Temple, it comes from King Sejo of Joseon (1455-1468). Banyasa Temple was scheduled to be opened when King Sejo of Joseon visited neighbouring Bokcheonam Hermitage on Mt. Songnisan, which belongs to Beopjusa Temple. After visiting Bokcheonam Hermitage, King Sejo of Joseon visited Banyasa Temple, where he healed his own skin ailment just like at Sangwonsa Temple on Mt. Odaesan. This was done through the blessings of Munsu-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Wisdom) in a child-like form along the stream. Afterwards, King Sejo of Joseon renamed the temple Banyasa Temple. And after the inauguration ceremony for Banyasa Temple’s reconstruction, King Sejo wrote a plaque for the temple. This plaque is still preserved to this day.
In addition to the temple’s history, and according to Prof. David Mason, the location of the temple has a strong type of ji-gi, or “earth energy” in English. On one of the foothills across the Gusucheon Stream is a steep slope where large boulders and smaller rocks have fallen to form a natural rock slide that looks like a crouching tiger. This rock formation is surrounded on the side of the cliff by a pine forest. This rock formation is believed to be a white tiger, which is especially sacred. This earth-energy is especially strong according to the pungsu-jiri theory (geomancy/feng shui).
In addition to the temple’s beautiful location, Banyasa Temple is home to one Korean Treasure, the Three-Story Stone Pagoda of Banyasa Temple, which is Korean Treasure #1371.
Temple LayoutYou first make your way up to Banyasa Temple up a long, beautiful valley that follows the Gusucheon Stream. The first structure to greet you at the temple is the stately Iljumun Gate with its twisting painted dragons adorning each of the two pillars of the entry gate. A little further along, but before you come to the temple’s parking lot, you’ll notice a budowon to your right. Here there is a small collection of budo (stupas) on an elevated clearing at the foot of the mountain.
Around the temple parking lot, you’ll find the Templestay office, which is unfortunately only conducted in Korean. Also in this area is the Yosachae (monks’ dorms). It’s also in this area that you’ll find a path that leads out onto a concrete bridge that spans the width of the Gusucheon Stream. You can get some great pictures from this vantage point. To the right of the Yosachae, and up a set of stairs, and past a beautiful pool of water that has a dragon head as its fountain, you’ll finally step inside the main temple courtyard at Banyasa Temple.
It’s here that you’ll find three temple shrine halls in a row. The first of the three is the Myeongbu-jeon Hall. The exterior walls to this shrine hall are largely unadorned all but for the dancheong colours. As for the interior, you’ll find a newish-looking main altar statue dedicated to Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife). This green-haired statue of Jijang-bosal is joined on either side by statues of the Siwang (The Ten Kings of the Underworld).
Next to the Myeongbu-jeon Hall is the Daeung-jeon Hall. The exterior walls are adorned with fading Palsang-do (The Eight Scenes from the Buddha’s Life), as well as a couple murals dedicated to the curing of King Sejo of Joseon’s skin ailment. Stepping inside the Daeung-jeon Hall, you’ll find a triad centred by Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha) and joined by Munsu-bosal and Bohyeon-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Power). It should be noted that it’s from the backside of the Yosachae, which is out in front of the Daeung-jeon Hall to the south and right, that you get the best pictures of the rock slide image of the tiger on the neighbouring mountainside.
And next to the Daeung-jeon Hall is the Geukrak-jeon Hall. Out in front of the Geukrak-jeon Hall are a pair of 500 year old trees and the Three-Story Stone Pagoda of Banyasa Temple. The pagoda stands 3.35 metres in height, and it used to be in Seokcheon Valley north of Banyasa Temple. However, the historic pagoda was relocated to Banyasa Temple in 1950. The three-story structure is believed to date back to the early part of the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392). The three-story body is placed on a single-tier base. The foundation consists of six flat stones. As for the first story of the body, it’s composed of four flat stones which displays reliefs of column shapes. The second and third story of the body are each made from a single stone. The overall technique of the pagoda uses a combination of traditional Silla Dynasty (57 B.C. – 935 A.D.) pagoda design, while also incorporating techniques from the Baekje Kingdom (18 B.C. – 660 A.D.) like the hole made on top of the base to accommodate the first story of the body. The pagoda is a beautiful example of various techniques incorporated into a single stone pagoda.
As for the Geukrak-jeon Hall, it is beautifully adorned with vibrant Shimu-do (Ox-Herding Murals). Stepping inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall, you’ll find a triad of statues resting on the main altar. The central image is one of the most beautiful images dedicated to Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise) in all of Korea. The statue rests on the main altar with its serene and meditative eyes. This statue is joined on either side by standing, stout statues of Jijang-bosal and Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion). To the right of the main altar is an all-white image of Gwanseeum-bosal with an image of Yongwang (The Dragon King) making an offering to the Bodhisattva of Compassion. And to the left of the main altar is a mural dedicated to Jijang-bosal, as well as a modern Chilseong (The Seven Stars) mural.
To the rear of the Geukrak-jeon Hall, and up a pretty harrowing set of stone stairs, is the temple’s Sanshin-gak Hall. Both sides of the exterior walls to this shaman shrine hall are adorned with tiger murals. The mural to the left has a regal-looking image of a tiger, while the right sided mural has an elongated image that is meant to replicate the rock slide on the neighbouring mountain. As for the interior, you’ll find a modern painting and statue dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit). And out in front of the Geukrak-jeon Hall and the Three-Story Stone Pagoda of Banyasa Temple is the temple’s Jong-ru Pavilion. Housed inside this smaller sized bell pavilion is a larger sized bronze bell.
And the final shrine hall that visitors can explore at Banyasa Temple is the Munsu-jeon Hall that’s situated up the mountainside. The trail head is to the right rear of the Myeongbu-jeon Hall, and it takes about 7 to 10 minutes to walk up the numerous stairs to get to this scenic shrine hall. The shrine hall looks down on the valley below and the tiger rock slide off in the distance. As for the Munsu-jeon Hall, it houses a beautiful, contemplative image of Munsu-bosal for which the temple is renown. There aren’t all that many shrine halls in Korea solely dedicated to Munsu-bosal; but of all the temple shrine halls dedicated solely to Munsu-bosal in Korea, the one at Banyasa Temple is arguably its finest.
How To Get ThereThere are no direct buses that go out to Banyasa Temple from the Yeongdong Intercity Bus Terminal. The only way to get to the temple is by taxi, which will take 25 minutes over 24 km, and it’ll cost you around 28,000 won (one way).
Overall Rating: 8/10Banyasa Temple has this wonderful aura about it. When I visited, I was simply looking forward to the unique tiger rock slide; however, the more I explored, the more that Banyasa Temple grew in beauty. The temple is beautifully situated in the rolling mountains and streams of Yeongdong, Chungcheongbuk-do, but it also houses the picturesque Munsu-jeon Hall on the mountainside. In addition to this temple shrine hall, other things to look for and explore are the interior of both the Daeung-jeon Hall and the Geukrak-jeon Hall, as well as the three-story pagoda from the Goryeo Dynasty. This temple is both beautiful and scenic.
The Gusucheon Stream and Mt. Baekhwasan. The bridge that spans the Gusucheon Stream. The dragon-headed fountain at Banyasa Temple. The Myeongbu-jeon Hall. The main altar inside the Myeongbu-jeon Hall. The Daeung-jeon Hall. The Three-Story Stone Pagoda of Banyasa Temple. The Geukrak-jeon Hall. Two of the Shimu-do (Ox-Herding Murals) that adorn the exterior of the Geukrak-jeon Hall. The main altar inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall. The serene statue of Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise) in the centre of the main altar inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall. The painting dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) inside the Geukrak-jeon Hall. The rock slide-shaped tiger painting that adorns the Sanshin-gak Hall. The main altar inside the Sanshin-gak Hall. The long stairs leading up to the Munsu-jeon Hall. The beautiful view from the Munsu-jeon Hall. The amazing main altar inside the Munsu-jeon Hall with Munsu-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Wisdom) front and centre. The view from the Munsu-jeon Hall down towards the rock slide-shaped tiger.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
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KakaoTalk_20230627_180838933.jpg KakaoTalk_20230627_180838933_01.jpgThe MOST NATURAL way to say “IN ORDER TO” | Korean FAQ
(으)려고 is usually used to mean "intending to" or "trying to," but it can also be used to mean "in order to" and is a more natural way than using ~위해(서).
In today's Korean FAQ I share how you can use (으)려고 to say "in order to" more naturally, as well as when to use ~위해(서).
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Seongjusa Temple – 성주사 (Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-do)
Seongjusa Temple is located in the northwestern foothills of Mt. Bulmosan (801.1 m) in Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-do. The name of the temple, Seongjusa Temple, means “Saint Abides Temple” in English. The temple was first built in 835 A.D. by the monk Muyeom-guksa (801-888 A.D.). Muyeom-guksa was said to be the eighth-generation descendant of King Muyeol of Silla (r. 654-661 A.D.). Muyeom-guksa was an advisor to the king. Because King Heungdeok of Silla (826-836 A.D.) was able to defeat the Japanese as a result of Muyeom-guksa’s mystical powers, the king gave Muyeom-guksa land to build a temple. This temple would become known as Seongjusa Temple. What’s also interesting about this temple and its association with Muyeom-guksa is that the famed monk also built another temple with the same name in Boryeong, Chungcheongnam-do. Originally the temple in Boryeong was named Ohapsa Temple; but when Muyeom-guksa became the abbot of the temple after returning from time in Tang China (618-907 A.D.), he renamed it Seongjusa Temple. Now this temple is a temple site, the Seongjusa-ji Temple Site, but it was also previously one of the Seonjong Gusan – Nine Mountain Seon Sect, and it would also be the largest temple at this time. So it’s a rather interesting feature of the two temples built by the same master monk.
Unfortunately, Seongjusa Temple was destroyed in 1592 by the Japanese during the Imjin War (1592-98). The temple would later be rebuilt and expanded between 1674 and 1834. Rather interestingly, the temple is also known as “Ungsinsa Temple,” or “Bear Saint Temple” in English. And the reason for this is a legend that surrounds the temple after the Imjin War. This legend states that a bear appeared to help move all the wood required to rebuild the temple in its current location and configuration. That’s why you’ll find at least three different murals at the temple of bears helping rebuild Seongjusa Temple.
In total, Seongjusa Temple is home to two Korean Treasures. They are the Wooden Seated Sakyamuni Buddha Triad of Seongjusa Temple, which is Korean Treasure #1729. And the other Korean Treasure is the Buddhist Painting of Seongjusa Temple, Changwon (The King of Sweet Dew), which is Korean Treasure #1732. Seongjusa Temple is also home to several provincial treasures including the Daeung-jeon Hall, which is Gyeongsangnam-do Tangible Cultural Heritage #134; the Bronze Bell of Seongjusa Temple, which is Gyeongsangnam-do Tangible Cultural Heritage #257; the Standing Gwanseeum-bosal Statue of Seongjusa Temple, which is Gyeongsangnam-do Tangible Cultural Heritage #335; and the Three-Storied Stone Pagoda of Seongjusa Temple, which is Gyeongsangnam-do Tangible Cultural Heritage #25.
Temple LayoutYou first approach Seongjusa temple through a beautiful forested trail. It’s not all that long, perhaps a couple hundred metres long, but it’s a beautiful walk all the same. Along the way, you’ll find a small budowon, as well as some ancient graffiti adorning the faces of several large stones. As you emerge on the other side of the forested trail, you’ll be welcomed to the temple by a smaller sized bell pavilion to your left. Housed inside this diminutive Jong-ru Pavilion is the Bronze Bell of Seongjusa Temple. This bell dates back to 1783 and stands 111 cm in height. The top of the bell, which is known as a yongnyu in Korean, is adorned with two dragon heads. The side of the bell is adorned with Bodhisattvas and Sanskrit writing. Just to the right of the Jong-ru Pavilion, and slightly up the hillside, is a five-story stone pagoda that’s framed by a pair of seokdeung (stone lanterns). The base of this newly built pagoda is adorned with the Eight Legions, while the finial to the stone lanterns are quite slender in size. And framing this entire lower courtyard is a water fountain that shoots several small rivulets of water into the air.
Just to the right of the pond and its water fountain is the main entrance to the temple grounds and its temple shrine halls. Passing to the right of the pond and the unpainted Boje-ru Pavilion is the spacious temple courtyard. Straight ahead of you are three smaller sized shrine halls. In the centre of the three is the Daeung-jeon Hall, which dates back to 1681. The exterior walls are largely adorned with fading dancheong, but there are a couple paintings dedciated to the saintly bear from the temple legend. And out in front of the Daeung-jeon Hall is the Three-Storied Stone Pagoda of Seongjusa Temple, which is believed to date back to the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392), but it still retains the style of Unified Silla (668-935 A.D.). It’s believed that this pagoda was moved from its former location about 500 metres northwest of Seongjusa Temple, and it was moved to its current location more recently.
As for the interior, and resting on the main altar, is the Wooden Seated Sakyamuni Buddha Triad of Seongjusa Temple. This triad consists of Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha) in the centre and joined on either side by Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise) and Yaksayeorae-bul (The Buddha of the Eastern Paradise, and the Buddha of Medicine). This triad represents the Buddhas of the Three Ages. This triad was highly popular during the early 17th century. A document was found inside one of the statues that indicates that the statues were first created in the spring of 1655 and were completed in the fall of the same year. The triad was completed by a group of monk sculptures that were headed by the monk Nokwon.
To the left of the Daeung-jeon Hall is the Samseong-gak Hall. Immediately when you first enter the Samseong-gak Hall, you’ll be greeted by an older-looking mural dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint). This older painting of Dokseong has a stout nose and pig-like features. He’s joined to the left by two rather traditional-looking paintings of Chilseong (The Seven Stars) and Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit). What truly stands out, other than the older Dokseong mural, inside the shaman shrine hall are the murals that adorn the interior walls. There are murals dedicated to Yongwang (The Dragon King), Dokseong, dragons, and guardians. These murals adorn every square inch inside the Samseong-gak Hall.
To the right of the main hall, on the other hand, is the newly constructed Nahan-jeon Hall. This plainly adorned exterior looks to have replaced the former Myeongbu-jeon Hall. Stepping inside the Nahan-jeon Hall, you’ll find a main altar triad centred by a stout statue dedicated to Seokgamoni-bul and joined on either side by equally stout statues dedicated to Jijang-bosal (The Bodhisattva of the Afterlife) and Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion). This triad is joined on either side by traditional statues of the Nahan (The Historical Disciples of the Buddha). But the real highlight inside the Nahan-jeon Hall are the masterful paintings backing the statues of the Nahan.
The other shrine hall in this area is the Seolbeop-jeon Hall. Housed inside this long hall are row-upon-row of granite statues dedicated to various incarnations of the Buddha. In the middle of these stone statues is a large golden image of Amita-bul. And this solitary image of the golden Amita-bul in an ocean of granite Buddhas is fronted by a triad centred by Amita-bul and joined on either side by Gwanseeum-bosal and Daesaeji-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Wisdom and Power for Amita-bul). And all the statues appear under a large, golden datjib (canopy) with floating Bicheon (Flying Heavenly Deities) and swirling, protective dragons.
Just to the right of the Seolbeop-jeon Hall, and in a courtyard of its own, is the Myeongbu-jeon Hall. This hall houses a large statue of a green haired Jijang-bosal. He’s joined on all sides by equally large statues of the Siwang (The Ten Kings of the Underworld). The most interesting feature of the Myeongbu-jeon Hall, however, is the Buddhist Painting of Seongjusa Temple, Changwon (The King of Sweet Dew). The painting dates back to 1729, and it was made by a group of painters led by Seongjing. This painting is quite different than other late-Joseon Dynasty paintings of the same subject in terms of its overall composition. Typically, this style of painting is divided into three sections: the upper, middle, and lower sections. In this painting, the upper section consists of the Seven Buddhas, as well as Gwanseeum-bosal. The middle section of the painting features Jijang-bosal and Illowang-bosal (The Guiding Bodhisattva). Additionally, the scene of death rites are shown, as well as Agwi (Hungry Ghosts) and monks. And in the bottom section of the painting, there are various scenes in the life of a man and his death. What separates this painting from other Gamno-do (Sweet Dew Mural) are two key features. The first is the absence of death rites, while the other is the altar and official presiding over these death rites. Another unique feature is that the pavilion symbolizing Paradise is placed in the top right of the painting, while the Seven Buddhas are strongly emphasized. And finally, the combat scene in the painting isn’t a ground battle, which is customary; but instead, it’s a naval battle. There are three other paintings that omit the scene of death rites. The oldest of these three is the Gamno-do at Jikjisa Temple in Gimcheon, Gyeongsangbuk-do, which was painted in 1724. Like the Gamno-do at Seongjusa Temple, the painting at Jikjisa Temple was painted under the leadership of the monk-artist Seongjing. Therefore, it’s believed that the Gamno-do was used as a model for the painting at Seongjusa Temple. But what makes the Gamno-do at Seongjusa Temple invaluable is that the location of the Gamno-do at Jikjisa Temple is currently unknown.
In addition to the contents of the Myeongbu-jeon Hall, the exterior walls of this shrine hall are adorned with beautiful murals that include the Banya Yongseon-do (The Dragon Ship of Wisdom), as well as a rather peculiar modern Gamno-do that includes images of a murderer, the consumption of alcohol, and a car accident, which are all a modern twist on the traditional images and scenes from the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910).
Above the Myeongbu-jeon Hall sits the final shrine hall at Seongjusa Temple. This is a new building with a plain exterior. Inside this hall is a stone statue dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal. The Standing Gwanseeum-bosal Statue of Seongjusa Temple is Gyeongsangnam-do Tangible Cultural Heritage #335. This statue of the Bodhisattva of Compassion is believed to date back to the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392).
How To Get ThereThe easiest way to get to Seongjusa Temple is to take a taxi from the Changwon Intercity Bus Terminal. The drive should take about 20 minutes over 11 km, and it should cost about 14,000 won.
Overall Rating: 7.5/10For a lesser known temple, Seongjusa Temple in Changwon, Gyeongsangnam-do definitely has quite a few highlights. Of course these include the main altar statues inside the Daeung-jeon Hall and the Gamno-do (Sweet Dew Mural), which are both Korean Treasures. But it also includes the Daeung-jeon Hall itself, the murals inside the Samseong-gak Hall (especially the Dokseong mural), the Nahan-jeon Hall murals, and the stonework throughout the temple grounds. There is plenty of beautiful architecture and artistry to enjoy at Seongjusa Temple.
The trail leading up to Seongjusa Temple. The Bronze Bell of Seongjusa Temple. The modern five-story pagoda at the entry of the temple grounds. The main temple courtyard at Seongjusa Temple. The Daeung-jeon Hall front and centre. One of the bear murals from the temple myth that adorns one of the exterior walls of the Daeung-jeon Hall. The Wooden Seated Sakyamuni Buddha Triad of Seongjusa Temple. (Picture courtesy of the CHA). The strange mural of Dokseong (The Lonely Saint) inside the Samseong-gak Hall. The mural dedicated to Yongwang (The Dragon King) that adorns one of the interior walls inside the shaman shrine hall. One of the guardian murals that adorns the interior of the Samseong-gak Hall. A look inside the Nahan-jeon Hall. The newly built Seolbeop-jeon Hall. The rows of stone Buddha statues inside the Seolbeop-jeon Hall. The main altar inside the Myeongbu-jeon Hall. The Gamno-do (Sweet Dew Mural) inside the Myeongbu-jeon Hall. (Picture courtesy of the CHA). And the Goryeo-era Standing Gwanseeum-bosal Statue of Seongjusa Temple.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
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