Der Jahrhunderte alte Gounsa-Tempel in Südkorea wird von beispiellosen Waldbränden in Trümmern hinterlassen

Unprecedented Wildfires in South Korea

Unprecedented wildfires have wreaked havoc in South Korea’s southern regions, decimating large portions of the historic Gounsa temple complex, a site dating back to 681 A.D. during the Shilla dynasty.

Impact of the Wildfires

• Loss of 24 lives
• Destruction of more than 300 structures
• Evacuation of over 28,000 residents

Notable Losses

• Gaunru pavilion, constructed in 1668
• Yeonsujeon hall, built in 1904

Both were valued for their cultural and historical significance.

Positive Developments

Despite the devastation, senior monk Doryun highlighted a silver lining, noting that the temple’s third treasure, an ancient stone Buddha statue from the 8th century, was successfully relocated to safety, along with other sacred assets. Fortunately, all monks and staff residing at the temple survived without injuries.

Cultural Preservation

The Korea Heritage Service has confirmed that some lower-level cultural assets, including a stone pagoda, have remained intact amidst the destruction.

Need for Effective Management

This ongoing disaster exemplifies the pressing need for effective wildfire management in South Korea as the nation confronts its worst wildfires to date.

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