Sogwangsa

The temple stands at the western slopes of Mount Jogyesan, with traditional wooden structures integrated into the mountainous landscape of Kangwon Province.

Established in 1386 during the Koryo dynasty, Sogwangsa expanded to include over 50 buildings, making it one of the largest Buddhist complexes in Korea.

The temple maintains Buddhist practices through meditation sessions, religious ceremonies, and educational programs that teach traditional spiritual principles to practitioners.

The temple contains four buildings today, including three reconstructed structures and the original Jogye Gate, which dates back to 1783.

During the Korean War in 1951, United States bombing operations destroyed most of the temple's structures, leaving only the Jogye Gate standing.

Location: Kosan County

GPS coordinates: 38.99075,127.39482

Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:42