Stone lantern in front of Muryangsujeon Hall in Buseoksa Temple, Yeongju - National Treasure No. 17

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Stone lantern in front of Muryangsujeon Hall in Buseoksa Temple, Yeongju - National Treasure No. 17 +

1962.12.20
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The stone lantern in front of Muryangsujeon Hall in Buseoksa Temple in Yeongju is a stone lantern of Silla during the period of the two Koreas in front of Muryangsujeon Hall in Bukji-ri, Buseok-myeon, Yeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do.

It is designated as National Treasure No. 17 of the Republic of Korea and is 2.97 meters tall. The octagonal shape is made of granite.

It is the most beautiful stone lantern representing the Unified Silla Period, and its proportionate harmony is beautiful, colorful, and elegant.

In particular, the elaboration of the bodhisattva carved on the four sides of Hwasa Stone further highlights this stone lantern.
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