Jogyesa
Buddhist temple in Seoul, South Korea
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Jogyesa (Korean: 조계사; lit. 'Jogye Temple') is the chief temple of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. The building dates back to the late 14th century and became the order's chief temple in 1936. It thus plays a leading role in the current state of Seon Buddhism in South Korea. The temple was first established in 1395, at the dawn of the Joseon period; the modern temple was founded in 1910 and initially called "Gakhwangsa". The name was changed to "Taegosa" during the period of Japanese rule, and then to the present name in 1954.
Jogyesa is located in Gyeonji-dong, Jongno District, in downtown Seoul. Natural monument No. 9, an ancient white pine tree, is located within the temple grounds. Jogyesa Temple is located in one of the most popular cultural streets in Seoul, Insa-dong, near the Gyeongbokgung Palace.
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Korea under Japanese rule
1910–1945 colony of the Empire of Japan
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Joseon
1392–1897 Korean dynasty
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Gyeongbokgung
Palace in Seoul, South Korea
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Gwanghwamun
Palace gate in Seoul, South Korea
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Hwangudan
Imperial shrine in Seoul, South Korea
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Government-General of Chōsen Building
1926–1996 colonial building in Korea
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