Chungju Tappyeongni Chilcheungseoktap
Published: 22 Apr. 2012, 22:22
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It is surrounded by the beautiful scenery of the Namhan River in Tappyeong County, Chungju, North Chungcheong.
According to legend, if two people walk at the same pace from the northern and southern borders of the country, they will meet at the Joongang Pagoda.
It is estimated to have been built during King Wonsung’s reign (785-798). It shows the tendencies of Unified Silla pagoda art and was built in a city with an abundance of iron.
Name: Chungju Tappyeongni Chilcheungseoktap (Seven-story stone pagoda in Tappyeong County)
Period: Unified Silla Period, late 8th century
Location: Tappyeong County, Chungju, North Chungcheong
Status: National Treasure No. 6
with the Korea JoongAng Daily
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