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Charlie ChouTaiwan, China
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Seokguram Grotto in Gyeongju, South Korea is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

UNESCO World Heritage | Seokguram Grotto Seokguram Grotto 석굴암 South Korea's World Heritage Part 2 Let's head to Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea Today, I am heading to Bulguksa Temple in Gyeongju First, I will visit Seokguram Grotto, which is also a national treasure. Taking the subway and then transferring to a national highway bus It takes about an hour from Daegu to Gyeongju Arriving at the bus station, then transferring to a local bus Arriving at Bulguksa Temple, then transferring again After a long journey, I finally reach Seokguram Grotto Seokguram Grotto is located on Tohamsan Mountain It has been around for over 1,200 years Built in the 8th century AD It is South Korea's National Treasure No. 24 And is also listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site Upon reaching Seokguram Grotto, the scenery is beautiful A Korean-style bell tower with red maple trees beside it Walking along the mountain path towards the Seokguram Grotto gate You will see a temple on the hillside Inside the hill is the national treasure, Seokguram Grotto Seokguram Grotto is made of granite Inside the grotto is a seated Buddha statue The main Buddha is 3.5 meters tall Elegantly seated on a lotus throne The Buddha's hand gesture looks out to the sea Depicting the enlightenment of Buddha Surrounded by gods, bodhisattvas, and ten disciples All carved from granite It is a classic of Silla Buddhist art Visiting the grotto in person is truly awe-inspiring
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Posted: Dec 21, 2024
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