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Places 63 _ Places For such a small land mass, Korea is packed with fascinating geographical features and places of historical interest. It even has its share of natural wonders which defy rational explanation. Although the survey below is sketchy, we hope that you will get an idea of the rugged terrain and the history that characterize Korea. Mt. Seoraksan Long overshadowed by the Geumgangsan range over the border, Mt. Seoraksan or the "Snow Hills" are still quite stunning in all seasons. Other mountains in Korea may be higher, but none can boast of such a magnificent range of rock formations, ravines, valleys, lakes and waterfalls as Mt. Seoraksan. Some of the more interesting things to see include: Heundeulbawi or "Rocking Rock," a boulder that can be pushed by anyone without danger
64 _ HELLO from KOREA World Cultural Heritage List Three of Korea's most prized national treasures were included for the first time on the World Cultural Heritage List of UNESCO on December 9, 1995, joining 469 other cultural and natural monuments in 105 countries. The Korean national treasures so honored are the eighth century Bulguksa Temple and the affiliated stone grotto, Seokguram, in Gyeongju in Gyeong-sangbuk-do Province and the 13th century Tripitaka Koreana preserved at Haeinsa Temple in Gyeongsangnam -do Province, both in the southeastern part of the nation and Jongmyo, the Joseon (1392-1910) Royal Ancestral Shrine, located in the capital city in Seoul. The Changdeokgung Palace in Seoul and the Hwaseong Fortress in the city of Suwon were added to the list in 1997. Korea joined the Convention Concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage in 1988. It is intended to protect outstanding monuments, buildings and sites from destruction and damage by man. The list identifies the sites as part of the cultural heritage of all humanity. It is a matter of national pride for Korea to have the excellence of its national treasures recognized by the international community through inclusion on the World Cultural Heritage List. In 2000, two more Korean treasures were added to the list: the prehistoric dolmens in Gochang, Hwasun and Ganghwa, and the entire area of Gyeongju, the capital of the ancient Silla Kingdom, where innumerable cultural treasure and historic sites are carefully preserved. of it rolling away; Cheonbuldong (thousand Buddha) Valley, whose stone formations look uncannily like humans and animals; and Daeseung Waterfall, where a mountain spirit was said to have taken refuge from an attacking monster which was then killed by a heavenly lightning bolt. The 354km 2 national park is also home to several Buddhist temples and hermitages, the most famous being the Sinheungsa Temple. Huwon and Changdeokgung There are four Joseon Dynasty palaces in Seoul, all within walking distance of each other, but Changdeokgung is most popular. It is the best preserved of the palaces and is quite accessible. The palace was constructed in 1405 by King Taejong as an annex to Gyeongbokgung Palace and has been enlarged several times, but it was destroyed by fire during the Hideyoshi invasion of l592. Though the
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