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Haedong Yonggung Temple, Busan

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#1 of 14 in Historic Sites in Busan
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Nestled up against the rocky coastline, Haedong Yonggung Temple offers sweeping sea views and a rare example of oceanfront medieval architecture in the country. Originally constructed in 1376, the temple has in the following centuries undergone several periods of restoration and reconstruction. Make your way along the 108 steps to the main part of the sanctuary, and you'll find the path lined with anthropomorphic animal statues representing the signs of the zodiac. Peel off towards the sea to get a panoramic view out over the water from the rocky viewpoint, where you can feel the breeze blowing and hear the waves crashing against the shore. Explore the main portion of the temple and find its numerous nooks and crannies, filled with icons, statues, and artworks dedicated to teachings of the Buddhist faith. To visit Haedong Yonggung Temple on your holiday in Busan, and find out what else Busan has to offer, use our Busan.
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  • By PeTeRpAnEbLaCkPiG
    Came on on Monday late morning. Not crowded, have a good tour aorund the temple. Small temple and we took last then 30mins.  more »
  • By detakulitjeruk
    Went there using Busan City Tour Bus. since we found it very difficult to go there via public transportation. However, the location quite far from the city center. But its worth the visit. the...  more »
  • By Culinary-Consultants
    My wife had her eye on this place even before we arrived in Busan. The pictures look so breathtaking in the web and some of the descriptions seem so right. And obviously being off season we thought...  more »
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