Wongaksa Pagoda, Stone pagoda in Tapgol Park, Seoul, South Korea
The ten-story marble pagoda reaches 12 meters in height and features intricate carvings of dragons, lions, and lotus flowers on each level.
Constructed in 1467 during the Joseon Dynasty, the pagoda stands at the former site of Wongaksa temple, which was later converted into government offices.
The structure represents Korean Buddhist architectural traditions through its design elements, including bracket systems and curved roofs carved entirely from stone.
Visitors can access the pagoda through Jongno 3-ga Station on Seoul Subway Lines 1, 3, and 5, making it convenient for transportation.
The pagoda's top portion, demolished during the Imjin War, received restoration work from American military engineers in 1947 to maintain its complete structure.
Location: Jongno 2-ga
Inception: 1467
Height: 12 m
Address: 서울특별시 종로구 종로 99 탑골 공원 03140
GPS coordinates: 37.57170,126.98800
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
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