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Singeomsa Temples

Singeomsa Temples

Singeomsa Temples

  • Construction year unknown (guessed to be during Silla dynasty)
  • Constructor monk Eungang Park
  • Buddhist sect the temple belongs to Beophwa Zen Order
  • Registration date February 21, 2005
  • Address 209-44, Samyang-ro 179-gil, Gangbuk-gu, Seoul

Currently, a stone embankment 6m high and 20~40m long remains in the Singeomsa compound. The stone embankment is of the style from Silla dynasty to Goryeo dymasty. And stones like a high jangdaeseok and a juchoseok, etc. remain, evidencing that there was an old temple here. Also, in 1970, Sojonahansang of the Goryeo dynasty was unearthed, and, in 1988, Goryeo celadon porcelain, Joseon white porcelain, and bronze Buddha were discovered in the temple compound, revealing the old history of the temple. The original name of the temple was Seongbulsa. But, it was burned down during the Korean War. In 1959, monk Eungang Park built the Serman Hall and Sansingak. Afterwards, in 1997, the temple name was changed into Singeomsa, and the temple was remedied. In 2005, monk Euijeon pulled down the dilapidated Sansingak, and built the Samseonggak and the Oseongjeon.

* Source: Comprehensive Information on Traditional Temple Tour

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