Three-story Stone Pagoda at Bukmireugam Hermitage of Daeheungsa Temple, Haenam
海南 大興寺 北彌勒庵 三層石塔
전라남도 해남군
Basic information
- Designation
- Treasure No.301
- Category
- Sites & Pagodas
- Era
- 고려시대
- Designated year
- 1963
- Location
- 해남군, 전라남도— 전남 해남군 삼산면 대흥사길 400, 대흥사 (구림리) / (지번)전남 해남군 삼산면 구림리 산8-1
- Coordinates
- 34.474825, 126.630902
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✨ AI-generated# Three-Story Stone Pagoda at Bukmireugam Hermitage Imagine climbing to the very top of Duryunsan Mountain in Haenam, Korea's far south, and discovering this elegant stone pagoda standing in quiet contemplation. Built during the early Goryeo Dynasty, it's a masterpiece of medieval stonework—three graceful stories crafted almost entirely from single, massive stones. Look closely at the details: skilled artisans carved delicate pillar patterns into the base and the main body. The roof stones sweep gently downward, perfectly proportioned, while each story has its own carefully layered foundation. A beautiful lotus-shaped stone crowns the top, a traditional Buddhist symbol of enlightenment. What's remarkable is that this refined, well-balanced pagoda exists so far south in Korea. Though its style is somewhat simplified, it showcases the craftsmanship and spiritual dedication of its builders—a hidden gem nestled at Daeheungsa Temple's hermitage, waiting for you to discover its timeless beauty.
⚠ This is an AI-generated retelling of the official description. For accuracy, refer to the official description below.
Description
Built in Bungmireugam Hermitage at the top of Duryunsan Mountain, this three-story pagoda stands on a two-story stylobate. Pillar patterns were engraved in the four edges and the middle of the four sides on the stylobate. The main stone and the roof stone of the body of the pagoda are each made of a single stone. Pillar patterns were engraved on the four edges of the main stone. The first and second stories have four-tiered base under the roof stone, while the third story has three-tiered base. The roof stones are large and thin, and decline gently. At the top of the pagoda, the finial base and a lotus flower shaped stone remain. It is worthy of note that such a neatly arranged pagoda exists in Haenam, almost at the southern extremity of Korea. Although it is a little simplified in style, it looks generally well balanced. It is presumed to have been built in the early Goryeo Dynasty.
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Images: KOGL (khs.go.kr) · Data source: Korea Heritage Service Open API (khs.go.kr)