seokguram grotto
The Seokguram Grotto, a masterpiece of Buddhist art, is perched on the slopes of Mt. Tohamsan in Gyeongju, South Korea. This hermitage, part of the Bulguksa temple complex, houses a magnificent statue of the Sakyamuni Buddha, seated and facing east towards the Sea of Japan. Designated as a national treasure and a UNESCO World Heritage site, the grotto represents a harmonious blend of religion, art, and natural landscape, attracting visitors from around the world to experience its serene beauty and historical significance.