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Three-story Stone Pagoda of Bongamsa Temple, Mungyeong

문경 봉암사 삼층석탑 ( 聞慶 鳳巖寺 三層石塔 )

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Classification Treasure
Name of Cultural Properties Three-story Stone Pagoda of Bongamsa Temple, Mungyeong
Quantity 1 pagoda
Designated Date 1963.01.21
Age Unified Silla
Address Bongamsa Temple 490-2, Wonbuk-ri, Gaeun-eup, Mungyeong, Gyeongsangbuk-do

The three-story stone pagoda at Bongamsa Temple is believed to have been erected in the ninth century during the reign of King Heondeok of the Unified Silla Dynasty. The pagoda consists of three parts - stylobate, main body, and finial. In general, stone pagodas built during the Unified Silla Period have a two-layered stylobate; however, this one has a single-layer stylobate. It is unusual in that it has a base stone below the stylobate which could be considered the bottom layer of the stylobate, although it is too wide for that purpose. Furthermore, as the finial is fully intact, it is a valuable example of a standard Korean stone pagoda. The finial appears to be inspired by Indian pagodas, as the top of the pagoda features a miniature Indian-style pagoda, which is the most decorative part of the pagoda. The other components of the finial are also nicely ordered and decorated. This three-story stone pagoda with its unique base is well-proportioned and well-balanced on the whole.