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Photo: Seosan City Government, CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons
National Treasure No. 84. It is noted for its mysterious smile that changes according to the direction of light.
The Rock-carved triad buddha in Seosan is located at Gayasan, Unsan-myeon, Seosan, South Chungcheong Province. The Standing Buddha Reborn was sculptured in the center which is 208 centimeter high, with a standing image of a bodhisattva on his right side and an image of the Bangasayusang on his left side. It is also known as "the smile of the Baekje", and it is considered to be a notable example of Buddhist images carved on rock cliffs and which were made by digging into the natural rocks and sculpting the statue.
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간월암
At low tide, it is connected to shore; on the other hand, at high tide, it becomes an island.
(해미읍성)
This flatland fortress, designated Historic Site No. 116, was constructed in the early Joseon Dynasty. Visitors can walk along the 1.8 km wall. The site carries deep historical significance as a persecution ground for Catholic believers in the late Joseon era. Reconstructed government offices and a prison are located inside the walls. The fortress hosts seasonal traditional performances and festivals.
천장사
서산버드랜드
프란치스코 교황방문기념관
This castle is one of the most noted places in Seosan. General Yi Sun-sin worked here for a while. Over hundred Korean Christians were executed here during Joseon Dynasty. Seosan City Government is developing tourism programs based on this place, including Haemieupseong Festival.