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Tongdosa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage]

Tongdosa Temple [UNESCO World Heritage]

통도사[유네스코세계문화유산] · Gyeongnam · Temples

Tongdosa Temple, esteemed for its establishment in 643, is a revered site recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage. This temple proudly houses Buddha's genuine sacred relics. It also boasts an array of significant Buddhist cultural treasures, such as the Daeungjeon Hall, the Gilt-Bronze Vairocana Buddha, and the Buddhist Museum. Additionally, the temple offers a templestay program for visitors.

TypeTemples
RegionGyeongnam
Address108 Tongdosa-ro, Habuk-myeon, Yangsan-si, Gyeongsangnam-do

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