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#799 Budha Statue at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

Budha Statue at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan, South Korea

About this stone

The Buddha statue viewpoint here is one of the best spots to take in this temple's dramatic setting, perched on rugged coastal rocks with waves crashing below. This stone terrace sits above the complex, giving a full panoramic view of the pagodas, bridges, and seaside shrines. The temple is one of the few Buddhist temples in Korea built directly along the coast; most are tucked deep in the mountains, making this spot especially unique. The area offers stunning vistas of one of the region's most iconic sacred sites, where tradition meets the sea.

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Hand-painted penguin stone #799 hidden at Budha Statue at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan, South Korea (photo 2 of 5)

Hand-painted penguin stone #799 hidden at Budha Statue at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan, South Korea (photo 3 of 5)

Hand-painted penguin stone #799 hidden at Budha Statue at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan, South Korea (photo 4 of 5)

Hand-painted penguin stone #799 hidden at Budha Statue at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan, South Korea (photo 5 of 5)

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Stone Details

Stone Number #799
Type 🐧 Standard
Status Active
City Busan
Country South Korea
Placed Date 23 November 2025
Hidden by @misko_the_penguin

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