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Gyeongsangnam-do's Essential Treasures

Explore the historical and spiritual landmarks of Gyeongsangnam-do. This selection includes Haeinsa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site housing the Tripitaka Koreana, and Boriam Temple, perched on Geumsan Mountain with views of the South Sea. The list also features Jinjuseong Castle, a significant defensive site during the Imjin War, and the Jinju National Museum, which preserves artifacts from the conflict. These sites represent the region's Buddhist heritage and military history through preserved architectural traditions and mountain landscapes.

Gyeongsangnam-do's Essential Treasures — Map

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Haeinsa Temple

Haeinsa is a head temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Seon Buddhism in Gayasan National Park, South Gyeongsang Province, South Korea.

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Jinju National Museum

Jinju National Museum is a national museum located in Jinju Fortress, Jinju, South Korea.

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Jinjuseong Castle

Historic stone fortress overlooking the Nam River. It served as a major battlefield during the 1592 Imjin War and contains the Chokseoknu Pavilion and the Uigisa Shrine.

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Jigoksa

Buddhist temple located at the foot of Jirisan Mountain in Sancheong. Originally established during the Silla Kingdom, the site features traditional monastic architecture in a secluded mountain valley.

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Boriam Temple

Situated on the cliffs of Geumsan Mountain in Namhae, this is one of Korea's three major prayer sites. It features a granite statue of Avalokitesvara and overlooks the islands of the South Sea.

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