Hwangnyongsa, Buddhist temple ruins in Gyeongju, South Korea.
Description
Hwangnyongsa is a Buddhist temple site in Gyeongju that preserves stone foundations of multiple structures and buildings. Archaeological panels and diagrams at the location explain how the halls and ceremonial spaces were once arranged.
History
King Jinheung founded the temple in 553 during the Silla Dynasty as a major religious center. Mongol forces destroyed much of the complex in 1238.
Culture
This was the main Buddhist center of the Silla Kingdom, where monks came to study and worship. The place drew religious followers from across East Asia who sought spiritual guidance and learning.
Practical
Information panels and diagrams at the site help explain what the original buildings were and what they were used for. The remains are spread across a ground level area that is straightforward to walk through.
Did you know?
A nine-story wooden pagoda once stood here, reaching about 80 meters in height and making it the tallest wooden structure in East Asia at the time. This tower was an architectural marvel that symbolized the kingdom's power and wealth.
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