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Korean calligraphy – The written art in the peninsula
Korean calligraphy is an ancient and exquisite art form of writing, originating from Chinese calligraphy, and has become a cherished Korean art form over time. This traditional art form is highly appreciated and people enjoy looking at calligraphic art pieces as well as creating them even today.
Calligraphy in Korea, in all its forms, has a long and interesting history, and you can read all about it in this article!
What is Korean calligraphy called?Calligraphy in Korean is called 서예 (seoye). Hangeul calligraphy, contrary to Chinese has a simple but strong beauty. However, in its original form, Chinese characters were used. Since then Korean or Hangeul calligraphy has evolved into using Hangeul letters as well.
Vocabulary on Korean calligraphyTo talk about Korean calligraphy, you may want to also memorize the below list of words related to the topic.
KoreanEnglish 서예 (seoye)calligraphy 미술 (misul),예술 (yesul)
art 전통 예술 (jeontong yesul)traditional art 한자 (Hanja)Hanja 한글 (Hangeul)Hangeul 선물 (seonmul)gift 그림 (geurim)
painting 그림 그리다 (geurim geurida)to paint 그리다 (geurida)to paint, sketch, draw 예술가 (yesulga),
미술가 (misulga),
화가 (hwaga)artist 존경 (jongyeong)respect 성격을 표출하다 (seonggyeokeul pyochulhada)expressing personality 훈육 (hunyuk)discipline 정신을 연마하다 (jeongsineul yeonmahada)training one's mind 문방사우 (munbangsau)four basic calligraphic tools 한지 (hanji)traditional paper 붓 (but)brush 만년필 (mannyeonpil)ink stick 벼루 (byeoru)ink stone Do Koreans use calligraphy?
Yes, Koreans view calligraphy as a highly regarded form of art and highly technical art of writing which is part of the Korean tradition. Moreover, in Asian cultures, creating calligraphy is seen as an act of discipline, as something one does to train their mind, and is much more than just a technical exercise.
Therefore, giving someone a piece of calligraphy created by someone as a gift is seen as a respectable act. In fact, it can be seen as the gift-giving person regarding and loving the person they are giving the gift to highly.
What is calligraphy used for in Korea?Western calligraphy focuses on writing down the letters clearly and places high regard on its aesthetic beauty. On the other hand, the art form of calligraphy in South Korea and other Asian countries isn’t. Here is what calligraphy is for in Korea.
It can express the artist’s emotionsThe goal of Asian calligraphic works is to use the shapes of the letters and characters as a way to express the emotions of the calligrapher. In fact, it can be perceived that Korean calligraphic works reveal the creator’s personality. And as you may have guessed, it takes several years of practicing this art to master this ancient tradition.
It highlights the Korean alphabetCalligraphy can also be seen as a way to express the beauty that Korean letters and Chinese characters contain in their everyday appearance. Calligraphy is in some ways like the cursive script is in Roman alphabetic languages. However, its application goes deeper than that.
With calligraphic works, the emphasis isn’t only on the characters themselves. A lot of thought goes into each work, not only into how to draw the characters, but also the composition of each dot and line, and even the empty space’s positioning.
It is combined with other forms of artHistorically, Koreans have also used calligraphy in combination with painting. They see both styles of art as a great form of training the mind. Old aristocrats and especially scholars sought to also master their skills in poetry, in addition to calligraphy and painting. They saw these as the perfect trinity of skills to master.
Besides both calligraphy and painting being seen as equally great tools for mastering one’s mental state, they have another thing in common. Both of them have a similar technique and application, and that is another reason why they are common to practice together.
History of Korean calligraphyChinese Calligraphy began to be used in Korean society during the period of the Three Kingdoms. That would mean from between 57 BC to 668 AD. Calligraphy in Korean style was developed by ancient Koreans, who were fascinated by Chinese culture. They drew from Chinese styles and made their own style (Korean version) based on them. Few inscribed stone monuments remain to have calligraphic inscriptions that still exist today from this time period.
Korean Calligraphy in the Unified Silla dynastyDuring the Unified Silla dynasty’s time, calligraphy continued to flourish in Korea. Some notable calligraphy artists emerged in Korea, named Kim Saing and Choe Chi-won. Both of them took a lot of inspiration from Chinese calligraphers Ouyang Xun and Yu Shinan, and their Tang dynasty culture-inspired styles. Some works from this time period have been preserved.
The calligraphic squarish style embraced during the Unified Silla Dynasty continued to be used during the period of Koryo. However, just before the end of Koryo, around 1350, a Chinese calligrapher by the name of Zhao Mengfu came up with a new, more rounded, fluent style of Chinese character calligraphy. The Korean calligraphers then took on the Zhao style as well.
Korean Calligraphy in the 16th centuryTo this day, this style greatly influences Korean calligraphic works. However, in the 16th century, a more vulgar style began gaining more popularity among artists as well. The most prominent calligraphic artist of the Joseon period – so between 1392 and 1910 – was Kim Chong Hui. He was the creator of a popular style of calligraphy, called ch’usa. This, too, derived from Chinese calligraphic styles, the Chinese Iishu script to be specific.
However, Kim Chong Hui added a lot of his own personal touches to it. This included the composition of and asymmetry in his works, as well as the forceful strokes of each character and letter. To this day, this is one of the most popular styles used in Korean calligraphy.
Korean Calligraphy using Hangeul and HanjaOn one last note, Hanja (Chinese characters) was used as the official script and for calligraphy. This form of writing was prevalent during this period since in the 2nd or 3rd century, there was no Hangeul yet. This was used all the way until the Japanese occupation in 1910. Only after that, when North Korea and South Korea split, did the native Hangul alphabet become the official writing system and the main way of illustrating calligraphic works. However, using Hanja calligraphy is still popular today.
During the Japanese occupation, Korean calligraphy also began drawing influences from Japanese calligraphy. Modern Korean calligraphy, on the other hand, is a visual art reflecting the Korean culture through Hangeul instead of Hanja. Many calligraphy enthusiasts enjoy Hangeul Calligraphy for its simple and restrained beauty. It is constantly being developed, with increasingly more attempts to create new fonts and artistic writing styles.
What are the four basic tools used in Korean calligraphy?In order to create a proper calligraphic piece, each artist must have four integral tools at hand: paper, brush, ink stick, and ink stone. In the Korean language, they are referred to as munbangsawoo (문방사우), which translates as “four friends”. Each item was a typical find in the studies of Korean homes in older times.
PaperThe paper used in calligraphy is required to be traditional hanji paper, aka Korean mulberry paper. This is because it absorbs ink excellently while reflecting the colors vibrantly.
BrushThe brush, on the other hand, must be straight. Its tip should be sharp and made out of animal hairs, with each strand the same length as another.
Ink stickAs for the ink stick, it is made by mixing the soot from burned trees and glue. A good ink stick should also be firm and fine in its composition.
Ink stoneLastly, the ink stone should also be made from a firm stone and has to be the kind that does not absorb water.
These four tools are the basics someone must have to get started. Several other tools are usually required for a masterpiece to be created such as yeonjeok which is a container for the water used to grind the ink stone; boot tong which is a container that holds brushes; munjin which are long and flat paperweights, and the pilse which is a bowl used to wash the brush.
Can calligraphy be learned in Korea?Yes! Korea has plenty of areas where calligraphy classes are offered. Learning calligraphy is an activity often enjoyed by foreign embassy members that operate in Korea. Calligraphy competitions are also held yearly.
If you want to experience calligraphic practice in Korea, you can visit Namsan Hanok Village which is located in Chonghak-dong. This area is preserved as an old Korean town. Calligraphy, along with Korean traditional music and poetry classes are offered here. This village is the perfect place to experience the traditional Korean culture.
Have you ever seen works of Korean calligraphy? Or have you ever tried creating any calligraphic or similar visual art form before? Besides calligraphy in Eastern Asia, there are other similar ancient forms of visual art existing all over the world! If you want to try out creating your own Korean calligraphy art, try to look for classes. Even if you are not in Korea, there might be some available right in your home town!
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The Silsangsan sect was headquartered out of Silsangsa Temple, or “True Nature Temple” in English, in Namwon in present-day Jeollabuk-do in the northern part of the famed Jirisan National Park. The founding patriarch of the Silsangsan sect was Hongcheok-guksa (fl. 830 A.D.), who built Silsangsa Temple to help spread the teachings of Seon Buddhism. Hongcheok-guksa learned under Zhizang (735-814 A.D.). The sect was first founded in 828 A.D. Hongcheok-guksa was posthumously named Jeunggak. Both Hongcheok-guksa’s stupa and stele can be found to this day on the temple grounds of Silsangsa Temple.
In the early 800’s, Hongcheok traveled to Tang China (618–690, 705–907 A.D.). He did this to help further his Buddhist studies. While there, he studied under the monk Zhizang. Hongcheok-guksa returned to Silla at the beginning of King Heungdeok of Silla’s reign which lasted from 826-836 A.D. Upon his return to Silla, Hongcheok-guksa was able to convert King Heungdeok of Silla and his heir, Seonggang. Silsangsa Temple was later renovated by royal decree around the time of King Heungdeok of Silla’s reign. It was then that the temple became the centre of the Silsangsan sect. Master Hongcheok had numerous disciples including Pyeonnum and Sucheol. Of note, the Silsangsan sect was the first of the Nine Mountain Schools.
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Passive Verbs Also Mean “Can” or “Can’t” | Korean FAQ
Passive verbs are a bit of a tricky topic for Korean. This is because passive voice is not used in the same way as it is in English, and isn't nearly as common in the same ways.
However, the passive voice is commonly used, just in different ways than it is in English. One of the most common ways passive voice is used is for making adjectives (when used directly before a noun). And one more common way that passive voice is used is to express "can" or "can't" as well.
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Learn Korean Ep. 123: ~아/어/etc. 하다 & 싶어 하다
The 아/어 하다 form has more than one use. One of the most common places you'll see it is in the form ~고 싶어 하다, but it can also be used with descriptive verbs to turn them into action verbs.
This form is especially useful when speaking about someone in the 3rd person, which we'll cover how to do in this lesson.
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Religion in Korean – The modern and traditional beliefs
In this article, we will discuss Religion in Korean and in Korea including the past and present religions on the Korean peninsula. An interesting fact about the Korean nation is that, unlike many other countries in the world, it does not have an official state religion.
That’s just one of the facts about religions in Korea and we’ll be learning more below. Hopefully, this topic is both educational and fun for you!
How to say “religion” in KoreanThe Korean word for “religion” is 종교 (jonggyo). We will also be introducing you to some Korean vocabulary and sample sentences related to the matter. As we go through this article, you will notice that the Korean words for the specific religions also end with -교 (gyo).
What is the traditional religion in South Korea?Around more than half of Koreans have no religious affiliation, while the rest profess affiliation to one – or more – of the religions present in South Korean culture today. This means that there’s no dominant religion in the country. Instead, there is plenty of room for many of the world’s major religions to exist simultaneously.
The specific numbers change depending on the source and year of research you refer to. Of the traditional religions, Shamanism, Confucianism, and Buddhism have the oldest roots in traditional Korean culture. All of them have also had a large cultural influence in Korea and impacted Korean society as a whole, beyond religious beliefs.
Korean Buddhism (불교)Buddhism 불교 (bulgyo) arrived in Korea in 372 from China and was predominant during the Three Kingdoms period. It was a dominant religious influence that has been shaping the country since then, evidenced by the tens of thousands of temples built across Korea.
Buddhism was also the major religion on the peninsula until Confucianism was founded and considered as the state ideology of the Joseon dynasty. Confucian scholars strongly opposed any efforts to revive Buddhism during this time. Buddhism in Korea evolved slightly into its own form, Korean Buddhism because the monks felt there were some inconsistencies in the “original” version of Buddhism (Mahayana Buddhism) that was brought into the country.
Korean Confucianism (유교)Confucianism 유교 (yugyo), on the other hand, was born during the Joseon dynasty when it was developed by Korean intellectuals, and was the biggest religion for the Koreans for centuries, until the introduction of Christianity.
More so than a religion, Confucian values are viewed as an ethical and moral code by South Koreans and were an important part of the government systems. It especially emphasizes filial piety, loyalty, and ancestor worship. It can be said that of all the different religions in Korea, Confucianism was stronger over South Koreans throughout time.
Korean Shamanism (샤만교)Shamanism 샤만교 (syamangyo) has also been present in South Korean culture since ancient times and has played a significant role in shaping up daily life in South Korea. Shamanistic beliefs have existed in Korea since its founding back in 2333 BC. Until the introduction of Confucianism and Buddhism, it was the sole religion on the Korean peninsula.
Upon the arrival of the two other religions, Korean Shamanism took more of a backseat position. Despite that, it is still surprisingly influential in Korea even today. Meaning, while Korean Shamanism has all but disappeared in other regions upon the introduction of major religions like Buddhism, it has persisted to exist on the peninsula.
Koreans usually visit shamans for advice, perform rituals for good fortune, or ask for talismans to drive away evil spirits from human beings in the natural world. Female shamans are also prevalent in this Korean tradition.
Modern-day religion in South KoreaAlthough Buddhism and Confucianism remain large religions in the modern society of Korea today, with various different factions of Buddhism being practiced among the South Korean Buddhists, there is another big religion present as well.
Christianity (기독교)Christianity 기독교 (gidokgyo), or more specifically, Protestantism has gone major in Korea. This was mainly after the Korean War and with the arrival of American missionaries and Catholic priests to the country. Catholicism was also introduced to Korean culture during the Joseon dynasty, though far later than Confucianism.
Initially, the Korean government at the time prohibited Christianity, as the Catholic converts did not want to follow Confucian rituals. Christians lived in the north where Confucian influence was lesser compared to the south. It was later followed by persecution of Roman Catholics, though the anti-Christian law wasn’t strictly enforced.
However, the introduction of Protestantism and Protestant churches, and then the times after World War II, quickly transformed Christianity into the biggest religion in South Korea. This also results in most Christians belonging to Protestant denominations in South Korea.
Why is Christianity popular in Korea?Christianity has become hugely popular in Korea. Here are a few reasons why.
They place high regard on education and medical services
The first Protestant Korean church was founded in the year of 1897. They quickly gained the interest of Korean people through their services in the medical and educational fields as they established schools and hospitals. Even in today’s South Korea you can find numerous schools (from middle school to university) and medical centers that have direct ties to Protestantism.
This is one reason why Protestantism and Christianity, in general, are seen as such a formidable force in Korea. It has also been statistically proven that, among all the different religious groups in Korea, those of the Catholic faith tend to educate themselves highest. Catholic Church was also the first religious institution that adopted Hangul into official use, and it was mandatory for all of the children to learn.
The nationalism of Korean Christians
A clear sign of Christianity’s popularity is the number of Protestant missionaries coming from the country. Only the U.S. has more missionaries worldwide than South Korea does. One of the most significant factors for Christianity’s popularity lies in Korean nationalism, during a trying time when the Koreans were under Japanese rule, and groups of Christians would show resistance against the Japanese.
Other religions in KoreaVarious other religions also exist in Korea. This includes major world religions like Islam led by the first Korean imam in 1955. There were also local religions, some of them are Won Buddhism, Cheondogyo, and Daejonggyo.
Won Buddhism is a modern religion that is considered reformed Buddhism. Cheondogyo was founded on the basis of Eastern learning which goes in contrast with Western Learning. On the other hand, Daejonggyo was created to worship, Dangun, the founder of the first Korean state. Daoism has also been active in Korea at some points in history.
How do religions affect Korean culture?These religions in general can clearly be seen in daily South Korean life. For example, the aforementioned schools and medical centers with Protestant affiliations. Big exams and events are typically preceded by Buddhist prayer practices and rituals, and Buddha’s birthday is a national holiday celebrated in the country.
And of course, the major holidays Lunar New Year and Chuseok have deep traditions deriving from Korean Buddhism practices. Herbal remedies and some ritualistic-looking dances, which have roots in Shamanism, can still be seen used in traditional settings today.
Religion in North KoreaMuch like South Koreans, North Korean people also follow Buddhism, Confucianism, and Christianity as their primary religions. However, due to the government discouraging any religious practices by organized groups, these religions are hardly ever practiced. Even so, the country claims to technically have freedom of religion.
Although 300 Buddhist temples exist in North Korea, they are seen more as cultural relics, rather than as places for worship. Some religious educational programs and colleges also exist, but their graduates commonly find work within the field of foreign trade, rather than in religion.
Korean Vocabulary on ReligionNow that you’ve been introduced to the different religions dominating in South Korea, as well as their background, perhaps you would also be keen to learn some related vocabulary?
KoreanEnglish 종교 (jonggyo)Religion 독실하다 (doksilhada),종교적이다 (jonggyojeokida)Religious 유교 (yugyo)Confucianism 불교 (bulgyo)Buddhism 기독교 (gidokgyo)Christianity 가톨릭 교회 (gatollik gyohoe)
Catholic Church 개신교 교회 (gaesingyo gyohoe)
Protestantism 루터 교회 (luteo gyohoe)
Lutheran Church 감리 교회 (gamri gyohoe)Methodist Church 정교회 (jeonggyohoe)Orthodox Church 침례 교회 (chimrye gyohoe)Baptist church 샤만교 (syamangyo),
목속 (moksok)
Shamanism 무신론 (musinron)Atheism 믿음 (mideum)
Belief 충실 (chungsil),
충성 (chungseong)
Loyalty 예배하다 (yebaehada),
숭배하다 (sungbaehada)
Worship 조상 (josang),
선조 (seonjo)Ancestor 민속 (minsok), 전통 문화 (jeontong munhwa)Folklore 종교의 자유 (jonggyoui jayu)Freedom of religion 종교 생활을 실천하다 (jonggyo saenghwareul silcheonhada)
Practicing a religion 종교적인 믿음 (jonggyojeokin mideum)Religious belief 종교에 귀의하다 (jonggyoe gwiuihada)Turn to a religion, be converted X를 믿다 (Xreul mitda)To believe in X religion 종교를 연구하다 (jonggyoreul yeonguhada)To study religion 교회 (gyohoe)Church 예배당 (yebaedang)Chapel 사원 (sawon),
신전 (sinjeon)
Temple 이념 (inyeom)
Ideology 무당 (mudang)
Shaman Sample Korean sentences related to religion KoreanEnglish 종교가 있으세요?
(jonggyoga isseuseyo?)Do you have a religion? 어떤 종교를 믿어요?
(eotteon jonggyoreul mideoyo?)What is your religion? 나는 루터교 신자요.
(naneun luteogyo sinjayo.)I am a Lutheran. 일요일마다 교회에 가서 종교 생활을 실천해요. (illyoilmada gyohoee gaseo jonggyo saenghwareul silcheonhaeyo.)I practice my religion by going to church on Sundays.
What is the top religion or belief systems in your country? Is it similar or different to Korea’s religious systems? We’d also love to know in the comments you telling us a little bit about your religion – in the Korean language, of course!
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Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site is located up the Yongjanggol Valley in Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do. The valley, which is named after the former temple, is the longest and deepest of the valleys on Mt. Namsan. The exact date of the temple is unknown. However, and because of archaeological evidence, we know that Yongjangsa Temple must have existed during the early Unified Silla (668-935 A.D.). We also know that it existed until at least the 15th century because it was where the scholar and poet Kim Si-seup (1435-1493) lived and wrote the Geumo Sinhwa, or “The New Stories of the Golden Turtle” in English.
As for Kim Si-seup, he was one of the saengyuksin, who was one of the six people who, after Danjong of Joseon (r. 1452-1455) lost his throne to King Sejo of Joseon (r. 1455-1468), refused government service in protest. Instead of becoming a government official, he became a Buddhist monk at the age of twenty-one. It was during his journeys as a monk, and as recorded in the Donggyeongjapgi, a passage there states, “…a shrine of Maewoldang [Kim Si-seup’s pen name] is located in the eastern hill on the south side of Mt. Geumo [the former name of Mt. Namsan]. That place is the old site of Yongjangsa, and where Kim Si-seup stayed.” It’s believed that Kim Si-seup wrote Geumo Sinhwa at Yongjangsa Temple from 1465-1470, when Kim was between the ages of thirty-one and thirty-six. The Geumo Sinhwa is a collection of five short stories written in Chinese characters. The collection was Korea’s first collection of short stories. The short stories take the form of fantasy about people experiencing supernatural events.
During Japanese Colonial rule (1910-1945), archaeological evidence was discovered on the temple site with the inscription of Yongjangsa Temple on it. This helped to definitively identify the name of the temple. Currently, the clearings where Yongjangsa Temple once stood occupy some seventy metres from east to west and forty metres from north to south.
In total, the Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site is home to three Korean Treasures. These Korean Treasures are the Three-Story Stone Pagoda in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain, which is Korean Treasure #186; the Stone Seated Buddha in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain, which is Korean Treasure #187; and the Rock-Carved Seated Buddha at Yongjangsa Temple Site in Namsan Mountain, which is Korean Treasure #913.
Temple Site LegendIn addition to the historical significance associated with Yongjangsa Temple and Kim Si-seup, the temple was also home to another famous monk. According to the Samguk Yusa, or Memorabilia of the Three Kingdoms in English, the monk Taehyeon, who also just so happened to be the founder of the Yuga-jong sect, lived at Yongjangsa Temple. It was his regular practice to walk around a sixteen foot tall stone statue dedicated to Mireuk-bul (The Future Buddha) in the courtyard of the temple. And the statue of Mireuk-bul would always turn its head to face Taehyeon. This is the very same Stone Seated Buddha in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain that still stands on the temple site grounds to this day.
The Samguk Yusa goes on to detail Taehyeon’s study of the Yuga-jong teachings by the monk. It states, “The doctrines of the Yuga-jong [Consciousness-Only sect] were difficult to understand that a famous Tang poet and other Chinese scholars gave up its study, saying that they were unable to follow the labyrinth of its reasoning. But Taehyeon, by his superhuman wisdom and intelligence, easily mastered it, and soon his mind was enlightened concerning its obscurities, enabling him to perceive what was wicked and corrupt in the light of its revelations. For this reason, all his juniors in the East [Korea] followed his teachings and many scholars in the Middle Kingdom [China] took him as a model.”
The Samguk Yusa goes on to say about Taehyeon, but not about Yongjangsa Temple, that “When rain did not fall as usual…King Gyeongdeok summoned Taehyeon to the inner palace to chant the Geumwang-gyeong [Golden Light Sutra] and to pray for rain. As he was chanting the scripture and offering sacrifices to the Buddha one day, he uncovered his wooden bowl so that it could be filled with water for purification. But the King’s servant was late in bringing the water, and a palace official rebuked him. The servant excused himself, saying ‘The palace well is drained to the bottom and I had to go to a spring deep in the mountains.’
“When Taehyeon heard this, he raised the burning censer in his hands, and fresh, cool water leaped from the palace well seventy feet into the sky in a solid jet like the flagpole at a temple, to the amazement of the King and the palace officials. From that time the well was known as Geumwang-jeong [The Well of Golden Light].”
Temple Site LayoutYou first make your way to the Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site up the Yongjanggol Valley. The first seven hundred metres of the journey skirt the side of the deep valley. You’ll then cross over a wooden bridge. It’s here that the trail becomes nearly vertical for the next four hundred metres. Eventually, you’ll arrive at the first ridge that houses Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site. To the left, where the trail forks, you’ll find a stone wall where former parts of the temple once stood. Now, however, you’ll find older earthen tombs.
Back at where the trail forks, and now headed towards the right, you’ll find another clearing where Yongjangsa Temple once stood. Here, and looking up, you’ll finally see the Three-Story Stone Pagoda in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain a further thirty metres up the mountainside. It’s also in this area that you’ll see two pieces of a former stone pagoda. You’ll also get a beautiful view down at the valley that you just hiked.
Now climbing a set of stairs, you’ll come face-to-face with the stunning Stone Seated Buddha in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain. This mid-8th century statue believed to be dedicated to Mireuk-bul (The Future Buddha) is missing its head. Uniquely, the statue has a small body when compared to the ringed pedestal that it sits upon. The pedestal almost looks like a three-story pagoda. The top level of the pedestal has lotus relief patterns on it. As for the statue, it resembles that of a monk. The robe covers both the shoulders, and it hangs down to the upper part of the pedestal.
Looking up, and past the stone image of Mireuk-bul, you’ll see the Three-Story Stone Pagoda in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain. But before climbing the stairs that will lead you up to this pagoda, you’ll find the Rock-Carved Seated Buddha at Yongjangsa Temple Site in Namsan Mountain to the rear of the Stone Seated Buddha in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain. This rock carving is an image of a seated Buddha. It appears on the face of a rock cliff. This carving is believed to date back to some time between 977 to 1022 A.D. The Buddha appears with curly hair and a gentle smile. The right hand is placed upon its knee, and its fingertips point down towards the ground. Additionally, there is an inscription of ten Chinese characters that are now illegible. Overall, the stone relief is well-preserved.
Finally mounting the steep, side-winding stairs, you’ll finally arrive at the top of this part of the mountain where the picturesque Three-Story Stone Pagoda in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain stands. The three-story pagoda was first constructed during Unified Silla (668-935 A.D.). The base of the pagoda is two-layered with the lower layer made from natural rock. The four corners of each body-stone turns upwards. Unfortunately, the finial is missing from the top of the pagoda. In 1922, the three-story pagoda was rebuilt; however, the sari reliquary inside has long since gone missing. Rather interestingly, the entire mountain looks as though it supports the entirety of the pagoda, as it looks out towards the western part of Mt. Namsan and the city of Gyeongju.
How To Get ThereFrom the Gyeongju Intercity Bus Terminal, the easiest way to get to Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site is by taxi. When you get into the taxi, you’ll need to ask the driver to take you to “Yongjang Juchajang – 용장주차장” (which is a parking lot for the valley). The taxi ride will take you about ten minutes, and it’ll cost you about 10,000 won (one way). From where the taxi drops you off, you’ll need to walk about nine hundred metres towards Mt. Namsan and the entry of the Yongjanggyegok Valley. Having passed by several stores and houses, you’ll next pass through this part of the Gyeongju National Park system at Mt. Namsan; and more specifically, the Yongjanggol Valley. From the entry of the valley, you’ll need to walk about one kilometre down the long valley. Finally, you’ll find the Seoljang-gyo Bridge to your left. Across this bridge, and up a steep climb, you’ll make your way towards the Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site for an additional four hundred metres.
Overall Rating: 8/10The views alone from this part of Mt. Namsan make the journey up towards the Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site well worth the trip; but when you add the three Korean Treasures into the mix at the Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site, you’ll have more than enough reason to visit this southern part of Gyeongju. The headless Mireuk-bul statue is stunning. And it’s joined by the picturesque three-story pagoda above it. Added all together, and Yongjangsa Temple, when it still operated, must have been one amazing place to have visited. Even still, as a temple site, it’s still a pretty special place to see.
The trail leading up to the Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site. The bridge that tells you you’re nearing the vertical climb towards the Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site. The lower portion of the Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site. Another lower clearing with two parts of a historic pagoda that once stood at the Yongjangsa-ji Temple Site. The amazing Stone Seated Buddha in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain. A fuller look. One more closer look up at the Stone Seated Buddha in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain. The Rock-Carved Seated Buddha at Yongjangsa Temple Site in Namsan Mountain. A closer look at the face of the Buddha. The serene and picturesque Three-Story Stone Pagoda in Yongjangsagol Valley of Namsan Mountain. A different angle. And an up-close with Gyeongju down below. —Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
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