Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism
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17. Geumsansa
Established in 599 CE
Geumsansa Temple is known as being the place of confinement for Gyeonhweon, founder of the Later Baekje Kingdom, who later surrendered to Wang Geon, founder of the Goryeo Dynasty. Later, Wang Geon advocated faith in Maitreya and spread it among the common people. The temple is the primary sanctuary for devotees of Maitreya, and is home to Maitreya Hall (National Treasure), Korea's tallest wooden structure. In the spring, the path to this temple is lined with cherry blossoms. A number of local festivals are held here each year, including the Moak Festival, Sunset Festival, and Temple Anniversary Festival.
- Address
- 1 Moak-15-gil, Geumsan-myeon, Gimje-gun, North Jeolla Province
- Homepage
- www.geumsansa.org
