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Sanghwanam Hermitage – 상환암 (Boeun, Chungcheongbuk-do
Sanghwanam Hermitage is one of 11 hermitages directly associated with Beopjusa Temple in Boeun, Chungcheongbuk-do. Sanghwanam Hermitage is located to the east of Taebong (549.9 m) on Mt. Songnisan (1058 m). According to the “Boeungun-ji,” Sanghwanam Hermitage is believed to have first been built in 720 A.D.; however, the founder of the hermitage is unknown.
Later, and in 1391, Lee Seong-gye (1335-1408), who would become the founder and first ruler of the Joseon Dynasty, King Taejo of Joseon (r. 1392-1398), prayed for one hundred days at Sanghwanam Hermitage before ascending the throne. Another interesting feature about the hermitage is whether it was called Sanghwanam Hermitage since it was first founded. According to rumours, and when King Sejo of Joseon (r. 1455-1468) visited Bokcheonam Hermitage, it’s believed by some that Bokcheonam Hermitage was in fact named Sanghwanam Hermitage. Also according to this rumour, King Sejo of Joseon is believed to have prayed at Sanghwanam Hermitage for seven days to commemorate King Taejo of Joseon. And he called the experience incomparable.
Sanghwanam Hermitage survived the Imjin War (1592-98), but it was destroyed by fire during the Korean War (1950-53). So in 1963, the Wontongbo-jeon Hall and the Samseong-gak Hall were built. In 1968, the Yosachae (nuns’ dorms) were built. And finally, in 1976, the three-story stone pagoda that stands in front of the Wontongbo-jeon Hall was added.
Hermitage LayoutYou first make your way towards Sanghwanam Hermitage up a long valley and up quite a few sets of stairs. When you finally do arrive at the hermitage, you’ll be greeted by the hermitage’s garden and administrative offices. After finally mounting all the stairs and looking back over your shoulder, you’ll find an amazing view of Mt. Songnisan.
Up an enbankment, and to the left of the hermitage’s kitchen, administrative office and a set of stone stairs, you’ll find the Wontongbo-jeon Hall. The exterior walls are adorned with murals dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) and to King Taejo of Joseon. As for the main altar inside the Wontongbo-jeon Hall, you’ll find a large all-white multi-armed and headed mural dedicated to Gwanseeum-bosal. In front of this beautiful mural is a triad centred by Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise). This central image is joined on either side by Gwanseeum-bosal and Daesaeji-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Wisdom and Power for Amita-bul).
To the right of the Wontongbo-jeon Hall, and behind the Yosachae (nuns’ dorms) is a pretty sketchy set of stone stairs that are carved directly out of the side of the mountain. The first of the two diminutive shrine halls up these stairs is the Dokseong-gak Hall. Housed inside this shaman shrine hall is an understated mural and statue dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint). And further up the stairs, and across a wooden boardwalk, you’ll find the second of two shaman shrine halls. This is the Sanshin-gak Hall. Like the Dokseong images, the Sanshin (Mountain Spirit) painting and statue are understated, as well. But it’s from these shaman shrine halls, and the hermitage as a whole, that you get amazing views of Songnisan National Park. Truly breath-taking stuff!
How To Get ThereTo get to Sanghwanam Hermitage, you’ll first need to get to the Boeun Intercity Bus Terminal. From the terminal, there’s a bus that goes directly to Mt. Songnisan. This bus runs every thirty to forty minutes throughout the day. From where the bus drops you off at the Songnisan stop, you’ll need to walk an additional twenty minutes to the Beopjusa Temple/Mt. Songnisan ticket office. From Beopjusa Temple, you’ll need to walk 3 km to get to the “Sesimjeong Rest Area – 세심정 휴게소.” From this mountainside rest stop, you’ll need to head east for 800 mountainous metres of hiking to get to the hermitage.
Overall Rating: 6/10Sanghwanam Hermitage is one of the most beautifully located hermitages in all of Korea with its commanding views of the rolling mountains off in the distance. In addition to all of the natural beauty that surrounds this Beopjusa Temple hermitage is the Wontongbo-jeon Hall’s artwork and the location and artwork of the two shaman shrine halls. It’s well-worth the effort it takes to get to Sanghwanam Hermitage.
The hike up to Sanghwanam Hermitage. The final set of stairs that lead up to Sanghwanam Hermitage. A look across the front of the Wontongbo-jeon Hall. The main altar inside the Wontongbo-jeon Hall. A mural of Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) that adorns the main hall. A mural of King Taejo of Joseon that also adorns the main hall. The beautiful view from the Wontongbo-jeon Hall. A look up towards the Dokseong-gak Hall from the Wontongbo-jeon Hall. A beautiful day at a beautiful hermitage. The amazing view from the Dokseong-gak Hall. The main altar inside the Dokseong-gak Hall of the Lonely Saint. A look up at the Sanshin-gak Hall. The view from the Sanshin-gak Hall. The main altar inside the Sanshin-gak Hall of the Mountain Spirit.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
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Bokcheonam Hermitage – 복천암 (Boeun, Chungcheongbuk-do)
Bokcheonam Hermitage, which is located in Boeun, Chungcheongbuk-do on the Beopjusa Temple grounds, was first built in 720 A.D. during Unified Silla (668-935 A.D.). It’s the oldest among the hermitages directly associated with Beopjusa Temple on Mt. Songnisan. The hermitage has undergone several reconstructions throughout the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392) and the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). In 1449, the hermitage was renovated by the monk Sinmi (1403-1480) in 1464. King Sejo of Joseon (r. 1455-1468), who considered Sinmi to be his teacher, visited Bokcheonam Hermitage. The reason for this is that King Sejo of Joseon was known to have a skin ailment, and Bokcheonam Hermitage was known for its curative mineral water. After reaching Bokcheonam Hermitage, King Sejo of Joseon prayed for three days and took a bath in the mineral water. It’s also believed that Samil prayed for King Sejo to be healed. As a result, King Sejo of Joseon’s skin ailment was cured. This allowed for Bokcheonam Hermitage to grow in both fame and popularity. In 1733, the hermitage was destroyed by fire. It was then rebuilt in 1735. It was further renovated in 1803.
The hermitage is home to two Korean Treasures and four additional provincial properties. The Korean Treasures are the Stupa of Buddhist Monk Suam at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple, which is Korean Treasure #1416; and the Stupa of Buddhist Monk Hakjo at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple, which is Korean Treasure #1418. As for the Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Heritage Properties, they are the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall, which is Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Heritage Property #298; a wooden seated Amitbha triad, which is Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Heritage Property #305; a Shinjung Taenghwa, which is Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Heritage Property #306; and a painting of the Three World Buddhas, which is Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Heritage Property #307.
Hermitage LayoutBokcheonam Hermitage is divided into two areas: the upper and lower courtyards. The upper courtyard, which appears to be off-limits to visitors, has the Nahan-jeon Hall. Also housed out in front of this upper courtyard is a beautiful collection of three biseok (stele).
However, it’s the lower courtyard that houses the majority of hermitage shrine halls. Once you pass by the Yosachae (monks’ dorms) and administrative office, you’ll notice a wooden pavilion to your right. This is the source of the much vaunted mineral water that helped cure King Sejo of Joseon.
Beyond this pavilion, and up a set of stairs that bisects the administrative office and pavilion, is the hermitage’s Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. The Geukrakbo-jeon Hall is the main worhship hall at Bokcheonam Hermitage. It’s not specically known as to when it was originally built, but after it was burnt down in 1733, it was rebuilt in 1735. And since its reconstruction, it has undergone several repairs. The exterior walls to the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall are adorned with floral paintings, the Bodhidharma and Dazu Huike, as well as various paintings of monks. Stepping inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall, there are a collection of Chungcheongbuk-do Tangible Cultural Heritage Properties. The main altar inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall has a triad of statues centred by Amita-bul (The Buddha of the Western Paradise). This central statue is joined on either side by Gwanseeum-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Compassion) and Daesaeji-bosal (The Bodhisattva of Wisdom and Power for Amita-bul). This triad, which dates back to 1735, is backed by an altar mural that was painted in 1909. The triad of Buddhas are Seokgamoni-bul (The Historical Buddha), Yaksayeorae-bul (The Medicine Buddha, and the Buddha of the Eastern Paradise) and Amita-bul. And to the right of the main altar is a Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural) that dates back to 1795. The central image of Dongjin-bosal (The Bodhisattva that Protects the Buddha’s Teachings) wears a helmet with beautiful wings.
To the right of the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall is a large sheer cliff wall. Written in hanja are the characters for “Amita-bul.” And to the left of the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall is the Dokseong/Sanshin-gak Hall. The mural dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit) looks a bit newer in composition, while the mural dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint) looks a bit older. If you look close enough, you’ll notice that Dokseong looks a little surprised in his painting, but he still looks wise with his long white eyebrows and floral-trimmed robe.
The final thing that visitors can explore are the pair of stupas that are located up the mountain to the right of the lower courtyard and the hermitage’s public bathroom. This winding trail makes its way up the mountain for about 200 metres. Eventually, you’ll come to a clearing where the pair of stupas are located. The first of the two, and the one closer to the trail, is the Stupa of Buddhist Monk Hakjo at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple. Southeast of Bokcheonam Hermitage, the stupa stands alongside the Stupa of Buddhist Monk Suam at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple. The Stupa of Buddhist Monk Hakjo at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple is historically significant for a couple of reasons. First, it dates back to the early Joseon Dynasty with an inscription of the name of the person to whom the stupa is dedicated to. Not only that, but it also contains an inscription with the date of the stupa’s construction on it, as well. Stylistically, the stupa is similar to the octagonal stupas of the Goryeo Dynasty. What sets this stupa apart from the Goryeo Dynasty, however, is the round body. As for the inscription on the stupa, it reads, “Erected in the 5th month of the 9th year of Emperor Zhengde of the Ming Dynasty” and “Stupa of Hakjo Deunggok Hwasang” both of which are inscribed on the octagonal middle pedestal. This means that the stupa was first constructed in 1514. As for whom the stupa was constructed for, it was built for the Buddhist monk Hakjo, who was an important figure in Korean Buddhism at that time. Hakjo helped restore Haeinsa Temple under the orders of Queen Insu in 1488 during the reign of King Seongjong of Joseon (r. 1469-1494). Additionally, Hakjo also published three volumes of the Goryeo Tripitaka of Haeinsa Temple and wrote the epilogues at the behest of Queen Sin in 1500 during the reign of King Yeonsangun of Joseon (r. 1494-1506). More generally, it’s difficult to date stupas from the Joseon Dynasty, as there aren’t many of them to refer to from this time period. That’s why this stupa with an inscription on it is so invaluable.
And next to it in the clearing is the Stupa of Buddhist Monk Suam at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple. Of the two stupas, this one is older; and at one point before the trees matured and obscured the view, the stupa must have enjoyed a commanding view of the valley below. This stupa is similar in design to its neighbour. The one telling difference is that this one’s roof stone, or “okgaeseok” in Korean, is simpler in composition to that of its neighbour. This stupa also contains two inscriptions on it. The first reads “Stupa of Suamhwasang,” while the other inscription reads “Erected in the 8th month of the 16th year of Emperor Chenghua of the Ming Dynasty.” Both inscriptions are engraved in two lines across the middle pedestal. This indicates that the stupa was first erected in 1480. The monk Suam was an important figure during the early part of the Joseon Dynasty, and he was also related to Bokcheonam Hermitage. Like the Stupa of Buddhist Monk Hakjo at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple, the Stupa of Buddhist Monk Suam at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple is historically important because it is inscribed with the date and name of the person to whom the stupa is dedicated from a time period when these types of stupas were scarce.
How To Get ThereTo get to Bokcheonam Hermitage, you’ll first need to get to the Boeun Intercity Bus Terminal. From the terminal, there’s a bus that goes directly to Mt. Songnisan. This bus runs every thirty to forty minutes throughout the day. From where the bus drops you off at the Songnisan stop, you’ll need to walk an additional twenty minutes to the Beopjusa Temple/Mt. Songnisan ticket office. From Beopjusa Temple, you’ll need to walk 3.2 km to get to Bokcheonam Hermitage. The walk should take about an hour. You’ll simply need to follow the signs to get to the hermitage.
Overall Rating: 5/10Bokcheonam Hermitage is arguably the most famous hermitage on the Beopjusa Temple grounds. In addition to its fame, it’s the oldest of the eleven hermitages at Beopjusa Temple. The Geukrakbo-jeon Hall and its contents are stunning as are the Korean Treasure stupas on the hillside some 200 metres away. The overall aesthetic and natural beauty of Bokcheonam Hermitage definitely makes it stand out; and if you have the time, you can enjoy the tasty mineral water that pours forth from Bokcheonam Hermitage much like King Sejo of Joseon did.
A pair of biseok (stele) at the entry of the hermitage grounds. A closer look at one of the biseok. A look up at the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. Two of the paintings that adorn the exterior walls of the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. One of the Gwimyeon (Monster Masks) that adorns the front door of the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. The main altar inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. (Picture courtesy of CHA). A closer look at the main altar triad. (Picture courtesy of CHA). The historic Shinjung Taenghwa (Guardian Mural) inside the Geukrakbo-jeon Hall. (Picture courtesy of the CHA). The Sanshin/Dokseong-gak Hall. A closer look at the painting dedicated to Sanshin (The Mountain Spirit). And a closer look at the painting dedicated to Dokseong (The Lonely Saint). The cliffside hanja writing that reads “Amita-bul.” The view of the hermitage grounds as you start to make your way up to the two Korean Treasure stupas. It was a beautiful day hiking up part of Mt. Songnisan. The stupas together. The Stupa of Buddhist Monk Hakjo at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple. And the Stupa of Buddhist Monk Suam at Bokcheonam Hermitage of Beopjusa Temple.—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
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Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong – 안동 운흥동 오층전탑 (Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do)
The “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong” is located in central Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do to the north of a trainyard and to the east of Homeplus. This brick pagoda is believed to have once belonged to Beomninsa Temple, which was written about in a couple of sources. One of these records is the “Dongguk yeoji seungnam – Augumented Survey of the Geography of Korea,” which was written in 1481. Another source is the “Yeonggaji – Record of the Andong Region,” which was written in 1608. According to the “Yeonggaji – Record of the Andong Region,” the brick pagoda at Beomnimsa Temple was a seven-story structure. As a result, historians believe that the current five-story structure differs greatly from its original design. It’s believed that this change in the brick pagoda’s design took place some time during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) during a major repair of the structure. The “Yeonggaji – Record of the Andong Region” also states that there used to be a gilt-bronze finial atop the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong,” similar to the “Seven-story Brick Pagoda at Beopheungsa Temple Site” also in Andong, Gyeongsangbuk-do. However, the finial atop this seven-story brick pagoda was stolen by soldiers of the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) right after the Japanese invasion of the Korean Peninsula during the Imjin War (1592-1598). The brick pagoda was further damaged during the Korean War (1950-53). It was finally restored in 1962.
The “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” is Korean Treasure #56.
The “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” in 1914. (Picture courtesy of the National Museum of Korea). The “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong” (foreground) and “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” (background) in 1914. (Picture courtesy of the National Museum of Korea). Pagoda DesignThe “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” is situated on a compact tract of land in central Andong. When you first approach this 8.35 metre tall brick pagoda, you’ll notice that the bricks aren’t uniform in colour. Each brick measures 27.5 cm in length, 12.5 cm in width, and 6 cm thick. Each story of the brick pagoda has a niche opening that formerly housed a statue of the Buddha. On the southern side of the structure, on the other hand, you’ll find that the second story of the structure houses a stone panel of reliefs dedicated to two temple guardians. The width of the eaves to each story are rather short in size compared to other stone pagodas. The simple reason for this is the use of brick instead of set stone. There are black roof tiles that adorn each of the five stories of the structure. These roof tiles are made of wood. And the roof design with niches is meant to emulate a wooden pagoda. Unfortunately all that now adorns the top of the pagoda is the base to the missing bronze finial.
The only other structure still in place at the former Beomnimsa-ji Temple Site is the “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong” to the west of the historic brick pagoda. These flagpole supports date back to Unified Silla (668-935 A.D.), and these flagpole supports measure 2.6 metres in height. The upper part of the supports were partially damaged during the Korean War (1950-53).
How To Get ThereFrom the Andong bus terminal bus stop, you’ll need to take either Bus #210, Bus #211, Bus #212, or Bus #410. In fact, there are quite a few buses that go in the direction of the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” from the bus terminal. You’ll need to get off at the “Kyobo Saeng-myeong” bus stop. The bus ride will take about 25 to 30 minutes. The brick pagoda is to the southeast and behind the neighbouring Homeplus.
But if public transportation isn’t your thing, you can simply take a taxi from the Andong bus terminal. It’ll take 15 minutes, or 5.7 km, and it’ll cost you about 6,000 won.
Overall Rating: 4/10The “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” is only one of a dozen historical brick pagodas in Korea. And while it’s tucked away, and a bit hidden, it’s one of the most beautiful pagodas you’ll find at a temple site. It’s quite large in size and has subtleties to its overall design like the stone guardian reliefs on the south side of the structure and the niches on all four sides of the structure. Also accompanying the historic brick pagoda on the temple site is the flagpole supports to the west. It’s definitely well-worth a visit the next time you’re in central Andong.
Approaching the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong” from the east at the site’s entry gate. A look at the east side of the brick pagoda with a niche opening on the fourth floor of the structure. A closer look at the stone bricks of the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong.” A look towards the brick pagoda from the southeast. A look up at the brick pagoda and the two temple guardian reliefs on the fourth story of the structure from the south. A look at the brick pagoda from the southwest at the large first story niche. The “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong.” A look down at the central support to the “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong.” A look through the “Flagpole Supports in Unheung-dong, Andong” at the ancient brick pagoda. A look up at the pagoda from the northeast. And one final look up at the “Five-Story Brick Pagoda in Unheung-dong, Andong.”—Dale's Korean Temple Adventures YouTube
Korean classes in July!
Busan's Korean Language Institute For Foreigners (KLIFF) is offering classes for everyone. Make a change by learning Korean this season. The teachers at KLIFF can help!
Think it takes a year to speak Korean well? Think again! In just a month we can get you speaking with the locals!
KLIFF is located in two convenient locations: PNU and Haeundae.
We have as many as 9 levels of Korean ability for you to choose from. We also offer special lectures targeted toward the Korean proficiency test.
We're open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and available Sunday, too!
Questions or need directions? Feel free to call us any time at 010-9108-6594, or email to [email protected]. You can also check us out at www.kliff.co.kr.
See the map below to our PNU location, call or see our website for Haeundae classes.
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Busan's Korean Language Institute For Foreigners (KLIFF) is offering classes for everyone. Make a change by learning Korean this season. The teachers at KLIFF can help!
Think it takes a year to speak Korean well? Think again! In just a month we can get you speaking with the locals!
KLIFF is located in two convenient locations: PNU and Haeundae.
We have as many as 9 levels of Korean ability for you to choose from. We also offer special lectures targeted toward the Korean proficiency test.
We're open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and available Sunday, too!
Questions or need directions? Feel free to call us any time at 010-9108-6594, or email to [email protected]. You can also check us out at www.kliff.co.kr.
See the map below to our PNU location, call or see our website for Haeundae classes.
Temporary Teaching Job Wanted F4 Visa July
Hello! I'm an English teacher in Goyang looking for a temporary position in July. I will start a full-time position in August so I'm free before then. I have an F4 visa and have been teaching English in Korea since 2015.
Learn Korean Ep. 128: 통해(서) “Through”
I found the coolest app that lets me talk to animals! Let's see what Keykat has been wanting to say to me this whole time....
This lesson is all about the grammar 통해 or 통해서, which is used to mean "through."
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Koreans React To Crackdown On Illegal Immigrants | Street Interview
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Did you know that there are more than 400,000 undocumented foreigners living in Korea? Recently, the South Korean government has intensified its efforts to crack down on those who are staying or working illegally, resulting in around 13,000 illegal immigrants leaving the country. But what do Korean locals think about the increasing number of undocumented foreigners and this crackdown on illegal immigrants? We hit the streets of Seoul and find out.
0:00 - Intro
0:43 - Where are most immigrants from and what jobs do they have?
1:54 - Media portrayal of immigrants
4:03 - Rising number of illegal immigrants in Korea
8:24 - Crackdown on illegal immigrants
9:52 - Positive effects of immigrants
12:33 - How can the government support immigrants?
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