Baengnyeonsa Explained

Baengnyeon Temple
Religious Affiliation:Buddhism
Map Type:South Korea
Coordinates:34.5877°N 126.7482°W
Country:South Korea
Location:Mandeok-ri, Doam-myeon, Gangjin County, South Jeolla Province
Hangul:백련사
Hanja:白蓮寺
Rr:Baengnyeonsa
Mr:Paengnyŏnsa

Baengnyeon Temple (백련사) is a Buddhist temple located in Doam-myeon, Gangjin county, South Jeolla province, South Korea.

Its name means "White Lotus" temple, and its physical form dates to the late Joseon Dynasty. Some records date the idea of a White Lotus temple to the 8th century. It was designated a Local Tangible Cultural Property in 1986.

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