Yongcheonsa Temple (Daegu)

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Yongcheonsa is located on Biseulsan(Mt.) behind Osan-ri Gakbuk-myeon. It was founded by High Priest Uisang in 670 AD during the rule of King Munmu of Silla Dynasty. He called the temple Okcheonsa.
It was later repaired by Ilyeon, an author of a history of the three Kingdoms, in 1267 during the Goryeo period and renamed it Bulilsa, then to the present name Yongcheonsa. The temple was burned by Japanese troops during the invasion of 16th Century. It was rebuilt in 1631 and repaired in 1805.
It is said that more than 1000 monks studied in the temple and there were at least 47 hermitages during the period when Buddhism flourished. However, only Doseongam remains and Daeungjeon is retained from Joseon Dynasty. Other buildings were constructed more recently. Many enthusiasts visit Biseulsan where the temple is located because of its picturesque scenery.