Pagyesa Temple

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Nestled at the foot of Palgongsan in Daegu, Pagyesa Temple holds the feng shui meaning of preventing the earth's energy from leaking out through the surrounding nine streams, just as its name 'grabbing the water stream'…

Audio guide11 stories · about 13 min
Address741, Pagye-ro, Dong-gu, Daegu
Photo: 한국관광공사 포토코리아-박성근 · 공공누리 제1유형

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Nestled at the foot of Palgongsan in Daegu, Pagyesa Temple holds the feng shui meaning of preventing the earth's energy from leaking out through the surrounding nine streams, just as its name 'grabbing the water stream' suggests. In particular, it has a deep connection with the birth legend of Yeongjo of Joseon. It is said that Sukbin Choe conceived Yeongjo after Master Hyeoneung offered a prayer at the request of Sukjong of Joseon.

The royal robe of Yeongjo was discovered inside the Gwaneumbosalsang in the Hall of the Bodhisattva of Compassion, adding credibility to the legend. The temple was protected as the royal family's wishing shrine, and the treasure 'Pagyesa Yeongsanhoesangdo', produced by the royal family, well demonstrates the characteristics of Buddhist paintings from the early 18th century. Feel the tranquil atmosphere of the temple, filled with history and stories amidst beautiful natural scenery.

Stories you can hear here

11 stories · about 13 min

  • IntroThe King's Robe Found Inside a Buddha Statue21 sec
  • SpotHall of the Bodhisattva of CompassionThe Altar Carved with Phoenixes and the King's Robe56 sec
  • SpotGiyeonggakThe Building with the Kings' Spirit Tablets and the Samtaegeuk Patternabout 1 min
  • SpotJindongnu PavilionThe Two-Story Pavilion That Suppressed the Valley's Energy54 sec
  • SpotSanryeonggakThe Mountain Spirit's Smile Inside a Single-Bay Hall57 sec
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  • SpotSeolseondangA Lecture Hall Under a Seven-Bay Hip-and-Gable Roof49 sec
  • SpotHamabi (Dismounting Stele)The Stone Pillar Carved with a Command to Dismountabout 1 min
  • SpotStupa and Stele of Master HyeoneungThe Monk's Humble Stele That Began in a Dreamabout 1 min
  • StoryThe Site on Palgongsan That Gathered Nine Streamsabout 2 min
  • StoryThe Wisdom That Saved the Temple With the Kings' Spirit Tabletsabout 2 min
  • StoryThe King's Robe Revealed Inside a Buddha Statueabout 2 min
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