GANGHWA COUNTY

Daeungjeon Hall of Jeondeungsa Temple , Ganghwa

This temple was built by Adohwasang priest in the 11th year of King Sosurim of Goguryeo dynasty, and according to the records found, parts of this building were on fire; the first one at the 13th year of King Seonjo and secondly at the 6th year of King Gwanghaegun in 1614.

This temple was rebuilt in 13th year of King Gwanghaegun (1621). According to the factual historical Records of the temple, auxiliary buildings were built by Kyuyeong-hwaju at the 6th year of King Cheoljong (1855). This temple is accommodated with three rooms in front and another three rooms aside, as constructed on the architectural concept of "Dapo" style that the pillars are erected on the foundation stone.