Unjusa, Buddhist temple in Hwasun County, South Korea.
The temple complex contains ninety-four Buddha statues and twenty-one pagodas of different styles, including square, cylindrical, and stone brick structures.
Established during the early Goryeo Dynasty between the late 10th and early 11th centuries, Unjusa temple reached its peak of influence in the 12th century.
The temple grounds feature distinct geometrical patterns carved into pagodas, representing a specific architectural style not found in other Buddhist temples.
Visitors can reach the temple by taking a taxi from Neungju or Gwangju, with paths around the hillsides leading to additional statues and pagodas.
The temple site includes an ancient astronomical representation of the Big Dipper constellation, demonstrating early Korean interest in celestial observations.
Location: Hwasun County
GPS coordinates: 34.92560,126.88000
Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:28
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