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Korea Trip 2004 ~ Day 4: August 23rd
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The next stop was an equally famous site, the Bulguksa, the temple grounds made famous by the Hwarang in their hay day. An old cemetery even remains on the grounds of ancestral Hwarang. Touring this temple grounds, one could not help imagine what life was like for the Hwarang back in ancient times. After another filling and delicious lunch, a stop was made at an astronomical observatory which happens to be one of the oldest in the East Asia area. This is located very near to the KuyngJu tombs, where courtiers and high ranking officials were buried during the Shilla dynasty. The day didn't end there though as the present generation of Hwarang were able to pay their respects to one of their most famous ancestors, General Kim YooShin. A group bow was in order, as General Kim paved the way for his generation, and left an example to follow for all time. Especially today his example of the Hwarang spirit is still encouraged in Korea. In modern times the Hwarang Educational Institute instills the development of excellence and character in Korea's youth. The Hwarang tradition is alive and well today!
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