Geumgoksa Explained

Geumgok Temple
Map Type:South Korea
Coordinates:34.6664°N 126.7768°W
Religious Affiliation:Buddhism
Country:South Korea
Location:Pasan-ri, Gundong-myeon, Gangjin County, South Jeolla Province
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Hangul:금곡사
Hanja:金谷寺
Rr:Geumgoksa
Mr:Kŭmgoksa
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Geumgoksa or Geumgok Temple is a Buddhist temple in Gangjin county, South Jeolla province, South Korea. Its name means "Golden Valley Temple". Three temples and numerous smaller shrines and burial mounds comprise the site. It is noted for its scenery as well as a 3-tiered stone pagoda that dates to the Goryo Dynasty.

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