Jang Bo-go and the Rise and Fall of Unified Silla
“As a general, he eliminated Chinese pirates attacking Korea’s coast and made his country prosperous through active trade.”
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The Tale of the Temples: Tranquility, Serenity, and Peacefulness
Written by Carlota Smith Amidst the busy and industrialized cities of Korea abound peaceful and calm destinations such as the country’s captivating and mystical Buddhist temples. In and nearby Gwangju … Read More
The Birth of Buddhism in the Jeolla Region
The truth behind Buddhism in the Jeolla province
The Jikji
Was Gutenberg’s printing press the first in the world? Heungdeok Temple monks used moveable type to create the UNESCO recognized Jikji in 1372.
After visiting Unjusa
Hwasun’s Unjusa Temple gets an ode in the form of a short poem.
The Buddha of Borobudur
A look at ancient Indonesia’s buried Buddhist past: the rediscovered temple Borobudur
Buddha’s Birthday
Buddhists around the world are celebrating Buddha’s birthday with traditions dating back over a millennia. What are these traditions, and how can you become a part of it?
“Warrior Monk” Cheong San passes away
The “warrior monk” Cheong San passed on Wednesday.