Tongdosa, Buddhist temple in Yangsan, South Korea
The temple complex includes multiple halls, wooden structures, and gates spread across several levels, connected by stone pathways and traditional Korean architecture.
Established in 646 AD by monk Jajang, Tongdosa holds sacred Sarira relics brought from India, making it a center of Buddhist practice for over 1300 years.
Tongdosa stands out among Korean temples for not displaying Buddha statues, instead preserving actual relics of Buddha within its Daeungjeon main hall.
Visitors can reach the temple by taking a bus from Yangsan Station, with guided tours available daily and traditional temple stay programs offered throughout the year.
The temple forms part of the Three Jewel Temples of Korea, representing Buddha's body through its sacred relics collection housed in multiple stone pagodas.
Location: Yangsan
Location: South Gyeongsang
Inception: 646
Part of: Sansa, Three Jewel Temples of Korea
Website: https://tongdosa.or.kr
GPS coordinates: 35.48806,129.06472
Latest update: May 12, 2025 03:44
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