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Daeheungsa, Buddhist temple in Haenam-gun, South Korea

Daeheungsa temple extends across multiple buildings on forested slopes, featuring traditional Korean architectural elements and mountain views on its grounds.

Founded during the Goryeo Dynasty, this temple became part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Sansa, representing Korean Buddhism's mountain temples.

The temple maintains Buddhist ceremonies throughout the year, with monks practicing traditional rituals and meditation in dedicated halls within the complex.

Visitors can reach the temple through designated hiking paths and roads, with guided tours available from March through November in multiple languages.

The temple complex contains several protected cultural artifacts, including ancient stone pagodas and wooden structures that demonstrate Korean craftsmanship.

Part of: Sansa

Website: http://daeheungsa.co.kr

GPS coordinates: 34.47660,126.61683

Latest update: March 18, 2025 09:08

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