* Hungguksa temple (National
Historic Site No. 38 )
The temple was used as the training yard of
the Voluntary Monks navy during the Japanese invasion to Korea
in 1592
and became the headquarter of the Monk army.
It has earned a due fame among the Korean
people.
It was originally built by Buddhist priest
Bojo in 1195 (25th year of king Myungjong's reign of Koryo Dynasty).
There are 3 pieces of national treasures,
3 pieces of local
cultural assets, and 38 pieces of ancient
documents.
The temple was given the name Hungguk(meaning
prosperity of the country) in hopes that it would prosper along
with
the country.
The clear waters of the picturesque Mt. Youngchwi
valley attracts more and more tourists every year.
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