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Donghaksa is famous for the bhikkunis(Buddhist nuns)'s temple. And this temple has had it's role for a buddhist college. The bhikkuins have been studying a buddhist theory here.
Main building of Donghaksa Temple was not as big as I thought. It was not particular with comparing to other temple where I had visited.
There are a small 3 stories stone pagoda. It seemed to be built in Koryeo Dynasty(918-1392AD).
Koryeo was originally Buddhist country. The absolute majority Buddhist temples had been built in Shilla and Koryeo Dynasty.
Donghaksa was built in 724 AD in Shilla Dynasty. The tower seemed to be built in Koryeo Dynasty.
The pagodas built in Koreo era were supposed not so elegante and graceful than the ones built in Shilla and Baekjae Dynasty which existed before Koryeo Dynasty.
This phenomenon was very strange to me.
It was not prohibited to take the photos inside of main building.
So I took the photos of the pics painted in the wall.
There were so many figures, but I couldn't understand the meaning of those figures. Unfortunately there was no one to ask the meaning about that.
One of the important place to visit in the temple is 3 holy saint building.
As I had posted, this kind of building is very unique in Korean Buddhist Temple.
This building is a symbol of negotiation between traditional religion and Buddhism.
There I took the photos of the 3 holy saint. I already had posted relating to the 3 holy saint. I am gethering more pics on 3 holy characters to compare to each other. When the photos are accumulate, then I could've understand more on the characteristics of the traditional religion. Korean traditional religion seemed to have very close relations with Siberian and Central Asian culture even to the Tibet.
After looking at the 3 holy saint building, mom and I went to little more to the mountain.
There I saw the sign "No enter. Monks are studying", there was a lecture building. So I took the pics of that building as quick as possrblr
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Beautiful picture, I think I am joining in toward the end of your trip, but I wonder what brought you to this temple. Are you generally curious? Also, did you take these pictures with your phone?
Thanks for sharing your journey with us!
With my camera
Thank you for your comment
Today, we visit a temple with a woman’s touch, @slowwalker—a study and teaching center for Buddhist nuns.
The main hall where the nuns study is beautifully decorated, but this is not a place for tourists, but for learning and contemplation.
The three saints, I assume, are the historical buddhas and the colourful paintings, probably depictions of Buddhist monks.
The candles and statues give the temple a traditional religious atmosphere, but the statues, as I understand them, are not meant to be representations of gods so much as teaching aids.
The grounds and buildings are very peaceful and look well-maintained- and since they are nestled in a pleasant valley near a flowing stream and the setting seems idyllic.
Your photos were lovely, @slowwalker, and allowed us to experience the gentle ambiance of the temple and grounds.
Thank you as always 😉
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Really beautiful and relaxing. The always have been attracted by the buddhist teaching.
very beautiful temple and Buddhist temple is always known for peace. all photos are so beautiful and its construction is lovely....
Thank you so much
really an eye view of civilization that can not be lost until whenever really a great post that is the main attraction
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Love culture posts. :)
I have some, maybe you like it...
Great pics, i love the aquas and turquoises in some of the pics, very lively and awakening! Peace
wow nice information bro need to visit its once i visit in tibbat(tibet) but its control of china.spiritual leader "Dalai Lama"lives at Mcleodganj which is near Dharamshala in the state of Himachal Pradesh. It is a large temple complex where he lives but he does not see visitors anymore due to old age. I got a chance to shake hands with him back in 1999 when I was a student. These days lots of tourists go there to learn about Buddhism and also for spending a few days as it is at a higher altitude and in Summers weather is pleasant.in india lot of budhist temples like the "mahabodhi" temple is located in Bodh gaya in bihar n many more INDIA :)
Thank you so much for your comment
I'm always learning so much about the cultures and traditions of the Korean history thanks to you @slowwalker!
The place looks so calm and peaceful!
Lovely post again!
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Thank you for your comment as always
I have not yet checked the part 2 today, will check it out soon!
Your post are really very interesting to read, simple and a lot of info!
Wow postingan yang sangat menarik @slowwalker
Que hermosos recuerdos para ti, cuanto daría yo para hacer ese recorrido que tú realizaste. Me gusto tú post...
wow thats one great pagoda
beautiful place and temple
Thanks for the guided tour! I enjoyed it.
Loved your post as always love your history lessons with the pictures hope it must feel to be somewhere with such old buildings thanks again 😊
Just by reading this and seeing your pictures I can almost feel the serenity of the place. Thanks for sharing.
Pagodes are amazing - we have one here in my hometown.
Hi~ Dear slowwalker! Korean temples are really a better place than anywhere else in the world. Thank you~~
Why not
solemn, holy and rich in culture ! thanks !
Welcome bro
Thanks for the guided tour!
i love the aquas and turquoises in some of the pics
Thank you
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have a good trip!
hii @slowwalker,
its seems u love travelling so much..
there is so much culture building in korea,, and thats all very beautiful..
i hope i can visited there someday...
by visit the culture places make us more knows about the old history of our country,,
and learned about all the things there, can make we wont forget about history that we should know.. because there is too much modern people now doenst really care about the histories and the culture...
upvoted,, and nice to knew u... ^^
i wish to see this in reality instead of these pics..
amazing photography good post keep it up
upvoted and followed :)
Thank you
I wish you visit korea
an exciting final trip with your mother. I salute with you who always accompany and take your mother everytime you go .., this I see from your post...great post @slowwalker
great i resteemed this post
be careful slowwalker , better not get caught taking pics, we need to see all of korea
I'm glad you finally got there! I think everyone would like to go there!
Nice post buddy
wow, very nice place to travel... thanks for share :)
Hello my friend!)) As always your story and your photos at the highest level!))) Keep it up!)))
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Great temple indeed...very beautiful arts and lolocations...thanks for sharing
This give me Peace so great to watch !!
Nice post @slowwalker thank you very much for sharing
Nice post. Up voted.
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Very interesting arts. Nice shots.
nice touch, love it everyday learning something new
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I think this is very interesting
thx for sharing
Thank you so much