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Chungnyeolsa, Memorial shrine in Busan, South Korea

The Chungnyeolsa complex spans over 93,448 square meters and contains 16 buildings dedicated to honoring Korean military heroes.

The shrine, established in 1605 as Songgongsa, commemorates 92 soldiers and officers who died defending Korea during the Japanese invasion of 1592.

The memorial tablets within Chungnyeolsa preserve the names and stories of local warriors who protected the Busan region during times of conflict.

Visitors can reach the shrine using coach routes 29, 31, 48, or 49, with the site located at coordinates 35°12′04″N 129°05′44″E.

The 28.6-meter Chungnyeol Monument displays figures representing different segments of society, including a civilian, soldier, civil servant, and woman.

Location: Busan

Inception: 1605

Website: http://cys.busan.go.kr

GPS coordinates: 35.20124,129.09560

Latest update: March 8, 2025 17:27

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