Haeinsa Temple

States
Korea
Category
Cultural
Year
1995
Region
Asia & Pacific
Coordinates
35.8, 128.1
Last Visited
2018
UNESCO ID
737
WH Site
737
Haeinsa Temple

Haeinsa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site in South Korea, is renowned for its historical and cultural significance as a center of Korean Buddhism. Founded in 802 CE during the Silla Dynasty, it houses the Tripitaka Koreana, an extraordinary collection of over 81,000 wooden printing blocks inscribed with Buddhist scriptures, completed in the 13th century. The temple's Janggyeong Panjeon, a specially designed storage facility, has preserved these blocks for centuries, showcasing remarkable architectural ingenuity. Haeinsa remains an active monastic complex, attracting scholars, pilgrims, and visitors interested in its spiritual legacy and ancient craftsmanship.

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