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Nestled at the foot of Gyeryongsan, Sinwonsa Temple is a millennium-old temple founded during the reign of King Uija of Baekje, and it retains a unique atmosphere where Buddhism and mountain worship blend together.
Nestled at the foot of Gyeryongsan, Sinwonsa Temple is a millennium-old temple founded during the reign of King Uija of Baekje, and it retains a unique atmosphere where Buddhism and mountain worship blend together. In particular, it is home to Jungakdan Shrine, the only remaining one among the three major mountain spirit altars of the state during the Joseon dynasty, vividly showing its history as a place of prayer for the royal family. The anecdote of Empress Myeongseong worrying about the declining nation and praying for the birth of Sunjong adds to the deep history and stories of this place.
On the temple grounds, the National Treasure Sinwonsa Nosanabul Gwaebultaeng and the Treasure Jungakdan Shrine stop visitors in their tracks. It offers a special experience where you can feel history and culture simultaneously amidst tranquil beauty.
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