Sungin Hall

A large shrine that was constructed in 1325. A fine example of elaborate Korean architecture of these times.

Songbul-sa temple

Songbul-sa

Korean Buddhist temple, founded in 898 AD, contains some of the oldest wooden buildings in the country, e.g. Ungjin Hall that was constructed in 1327.

Ryongtong-sa

An important Korean Buddhist temple, founded by Chontae Buddhist sect in 1027. Restored in 2005, consists of 26 buildings.

Ryangchon Temple

Buddhist temple, founded in 753. Three ornate buildings remain – Taeung Hall, Manse Pavillion and Muryangsu Hall.

Pyohun-sa

Pyohun-sa

The only large Buddhist temple in this part of the country that survived the Korean War. Founded in the 7th century, contains many values of art and architecture.

Pohyon-sa

Pohyon-sa

Korean Buddhist temple, established in 1024. Pilgrimage site with numerous very ornate buildings. Contains the nine-story Tabo Pagoda that was built in 1044 and the small 13-story Sokka Pagoda that was built in the 14th century.

Kwanum-sa

Avalokitesvara in Kwanum Cave, Kwanumsa

Korean Buddhist temple, founded in 970 AD. Temple built in 1393, contains many valuable relics. Includes Kwanum Cave with ancient statues.

Kaesim Temple

This Buddhist temple was founded in 826, it is a repository of many Buddhist art items. Contains six buildings that were built mainly in the late medieval times.

Jongyang Temple

Buddhist temple in mountains founded sometimes around 600 AD.

Anhwa-sa

The only intact Korean Buddhist temple in Kaesong city. Constructed in 930, contains many valuables.