Seokguram is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Gyeongju, South Korea. It is a Buddhist temple known for its magnificent stone-carved statues of Buddha, which are considered to be some of the finest examples of Buddhist art in the world.
The temple was built during the Unified Silla period in the 8th century and is located on the slopes of Mount Toham. The main chamber of the temple is a large granite dome-shaped structure, which is surrounded by an inner corridor and an outer corridor. Inside the main chamber is a large statue of the Buddha, which is flanked by two Bodhisattvas.
The Seokguram complex also includes a small pagoda, several stone lanterns, and other smaller statues of Buddha and Bodhisattvas. The site is considered to be an important example of the fusion of Indian and East Asian Buddhist art and architecture.
The Seokguram temple is known for its precise construction and use of natural lighting, which illuminates the statue of the Buddha in the main chamber. Visitors can also enjoy stunning views of the surrounding mountains and countryside from the temple's hilltop location.
To visit Seokguram, visitors must first take a bus to the nearby parking lot and then hike up a steep path to the temple complex. As it is a popular tourist attraction, visitors are advised to arrive early in the morning to avoid crowds.