Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism
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3. Sinheungsa
Established in 652 CE
Sinheungsa is nestled on Mt. Seoraksan, one of the most renowned mountains in Korea. Mt. Seoraksan also symbolizes the snow-covered mountain where Shakyamuni Buddha practiced asceticism and attained enlightenment. The location of Sinheungsa Temple is said to be blessed by a sage who predicted it would never be harmed by “the three major disasters.” It is also home to the world’s largest bronze statue of a seated buddha, which expresses an aspiration for unification of the peninsula. By holding mountain temple concerts regularly, the temple seeks harmony between nature and Buddhist culture.
- Address
- 1137 Seoraksan-ro, Sokcho-si, Gangwon Province
- Homepage
- sinheungsa.com
