Exploring Seongnamsa Temple: A Journey Through History and Nature
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Hello! This is Kim Soon-jeom from Ulsan Nuri.
For this month's second article, I would like to introduce the historic Seongnamsa Temple, a place steeped in legend.
Often, it is said that when something is too close, we tend to overlook it, perhaps because we feel we can visit anytime.
However, the journey from Buk-gu in Ulsan to Seongnamsa is quite long. Nevertheless, it's a wonderful place worth visiting.
As you ascend the underground stairs into the temple grounds, you will encounter a three-story stone pagoda that naturally invites you to join your hands in prayer.
Continuing up the hill, you will find a stupa that inspires wishes, regardless of its size.
The founding legend of Seongnamsa and Gajisan is as follows: During the reign of King Heondeok of Silla, the monk Doi established the temple in admiration of Gajisan's beautiful landscape and named it Seongnamsa.
Seongnamsa is home to the Seungga University, a specialized training center for female monastics, where students learn scriptures and follow the teachings of Buddha.
As the area is marked as off-limits, it is best to enjoy the temple quietly and respectfully.
Has it been too long since my last visit to Seongnamsa? There seems to be a new building that I have not seen before, and it appears to be still under construction.
As autumn just begins to arrive and summer is fading away, the scenery is incredibly beautiful. The moss enhances the greenery, while the bridge shows signs of age due to the moss.
My impressions of the buildings are beyond words.
From the moment I left, the sky was overcast, and raindrops began to fall one by one. The temple's roof, wet from the rain, adds a sense of tranquility.
The sky, clouds, rain, wind, roofs, and pagodas are all becoming drenched.
I took great care in capturing these moments. I personally like them—what do you think?
In early autumn, the autumn rain falls gently.
The entrance forest of Seongnamsa still holds on to summer. Even in the height of summer, this forest provides a cool tunnel-like shade.
I have experienced a slow-paced autumn in the tranquil thousand-year-old temple of Ulsan, Seongnamsa. Perhaps you could also dissolve the complexities and speed of daily life into the sounds of chanting and the wind in the mountains?
Seongnamsa is open to everyone, except late at night.
Moreover, with the Seungga University inside, it would be great if visitors could enjoy the scenery while being mindful of their surroundings.
Source :https://blog.naver.com/ulsan_nuri/224441160699
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