Woljongsa (Anak)
| Woljongsa | |
| Chosŏn'gŭl | 월정사 |
|---|---|
| Hancha | 月精寺 |
| Revised Romanization | Woljeongsa |
| McCune–Reischauer | Wŏljŏngsa |
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A worker in Woljong Buddhist temple
The Anak Woljongsa is an historic Buddhist temple, one of the National Treasures of North Korea. It is located in Woljong-ni, Anak County, South Hwanghae Province. It is located near Mt. Kuwol.[1] The temple is named after Woljong, a Buddhist priest who built the temple. Dating from the Koguryo period, it was rebuilt during the Joseon dynasty. The site includes the Manse Pavilion, Myongbu Temple, Suwol Hall and other accessory buildings around Kuknakbo Hall. [2]
The site was visited by Kim Jong-il during the 1970s and 1980s.[3]
References
- ↑ Chung Bok, Kim (September 2015). "Korea's Celebrated Mountain Mt. Kuwol" (PDF). Pictoral Korea. 9: see page 30–31. Retrieved 8 September 2015.
- ↑ "Woljong Temple". Naenara. May 27, 2016. Retrieved June 30, 2016.
- ↑ "Buddhists Enjoy Free Religious Activities in DPRK". KCNA. Pyongyang. November 11, 2004. Retrieved September 8, 2015.
Coordinates: 38°27′22″N 125°17′57″E / 38.4561°N 125.2992°E
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