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新興寺
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Sinheungsa
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Sinhŭngsa
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, sometimes spelled '''Shinheungsa''', is a head temple of the
Jogye Order of
Korean Buddhism . It is situated on the slopes of
Seoraksan in
Sokcho ,
Gangwon ,
South Korea . Historical accounts vary as to whether the temple was first constructed by
Jajang in 653, or in 637 following his return from
Tang China . It burned to the ground in 699, and was rebuilt in its present location by
Uisang . It burned again in 1645.
The temple is located in
Seoraksan National Park , and many tourists pass by on their way to the high rocks of
Ulsanbawi .
Other temples named Sinheungsa are located in
Seoul ,
Samcheok and
Icheon .
