Sangwon Hermitage

Korea (North) / Chagangdo / Huichon /
 temple, monastery, hermitage

(상원암/上元庵)
North Korean National Treasure #41.
Though the current building dates from 1580, this temple is thought to have been founded as early as the tenth century.
Photos can be seen here: www.flickr.com/photos/kernbeisser/sets/7215760054720016...
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Coordinates:   40°1'31"N   126°14'51"E
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