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Ch'ŏnju-sa ( Korean: 천주사) is a Korean Buddhist temple located on the southern slope of Yaksan mountain, in Yongbyon, North Pyongan province, North Korea. It is listed as National Treasure #46 in that country. Founded in 1684 during the mid- Joseon dynasty, [1] the temple today retains its main prayer hall, known as Pogwang Hall (普光殿); the Chonju Pavilion (天柱樓), once known as one of the six most scenic spots in Yongbyon; and several lesser outbuildings, including storage rooms, and dormitories. Many buildings still feature delicate original paintings in a well-preserved state.
39°48′27″N 125°46′53″E / 39.80750°N 125.78139°E
This article includes a list of general
references, but it lacks sufficient corresponding
inline citations. (December 2010) |
Ch'ŏnjusa | |
Chosŏn'gŭl | 천주사 |
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Hancha | |
Revised Romanization | Cheonjusa |
McCune–Reischauer | Ch'ǒnjusa |
Ch'ŏnju-sa ( Korean: 천주사) is a Korean Buddhist temple located on the southern slope of Yaksan mountain, in Yongbyon, North Pyongan province, North Korea. It is listed as National Treasure #46 in that country. Founded in 1684 during the mid- Joseon dynasty, [1] the temple today retains its main prayer hall, known as Pogwang Hall (普光殿); the Chonju Pavilion (天柱樓), once known as one of the six most scenic spots in Yongbyon; and several lesser outbuildings, including storage rooms, and dormitories. Many buildings still feature delicate original paintings in a well-preserved state.
39°48′27″N 125°46′53″E / 39.80750°N 125.78139°E