Jangseong County to Conclude “National Heritage Utilization Project at Traditional Mountain Temples” at Baegyangsa on Nov. 14

Held 11 sessions this year, including the experience program "Yangi's Treasure Hunt"
Reinterpreting the deep history and traditional culture of a thousand-year-old temple for modern audiences

Jangseong County in Jeonnam-Gwangju is wrapping up this year's schedule for the “National Heritage Utilization Project at Traditional Mountain Temples,” which has reinterpreted and presented the deep history and traditional culture of Baegyangsa, a thousand-year-old temple, for modern audiences.

Jangseong County announced on November 10 that the 2026 National Heritage Utilization Project at Traditional Mountain Temples, held across the Baegyangsa area, will conclude with the eighth session of the exploratory program “Yangi's Treasure Hunt,” taking place on November 14.

The 2026 Traditional Mountain Temple National Heritage Utilization Project, held in the Baegyangsa area, will officially conclude with the eighth session of the exploration-based program “Yangi’s Treasure Hunt,” taking place on the 14th. Provided by Jangseong County.

Launched through a National Heritage Administration public call for proposals, the project aimed to make heritage a living, breathing space for experiences rather than something closed off, and offered a diverse program throughout the year. It welcomed visitors over 11 sessions in total, including eight sessions of the hands-on program “Yangi's Treasure Hunt,” two sessions of the healing-focused “In the Forest at the Mountain Temple,” and one large-scale performance, “The People Who Built the Main Hall.”

About 10 families with elementary and middle school-aged children, or around 30 people, will take part in “Yangi's Treasure Hunt” on November 14. Centered on an exploratory experience program about responding to the climate crisis, activities will include taking instant photos featuring Baegyangsa storytelling, decorating family tents, having a temple lunch, searching for Yangi's treasure and making Buddhist prayer beads, cello and violin performances, and experiencing traditional drinks.

At the seventh session, held on November 3, 25 international students from Honam University took part in activities including “Baegyangsa Storytelling,” “Painting Buddhist Art,” and “Building a National Heritage Tent,” experiencing them firsthand and enjoying the essence of K-culture and Korean Buddhist culture.

Earlier, on October 31, the large-scale multi-part performance “The People Who Built the Main Hall” was held in the courtyard in front of Baegyangsa's Daeungjeon, leaving a deep impression. The program captivated visitors with a combination of high-caliber performances and activities, including “The Secret of Daeungjeon,” an architectural exploration that presented Baegyangsa's architectural heritage through storytelling; “Baegyangsa Treasure Hunt Golden Bell”; and “Rice Flower,” a visual changgeuk performance.

Jangseong County Governor Kim Hanjong said, “The rich performances and experiences set against the backdrop of Baegyangsa, one of Honam's leading thousand-year-old temples, allowed people of all ages to enjoy the long history and elegance preserved by traditional mountain temples in an approachable way.” He added, “We will continue to refine and advance Jangseong's unique national heritage with a modern sensibility and firmly establish our standing as a premier cultural tourism city.”

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