Shrine of the Hyeonpung Gwak Family Daegu

Buddhism not only leads you to the path which guides to the knowledge of living fully, but also talks of that wisdom which gives you an explanation of Moksha which can be attained when mankind does things by His power. Make a visit to the religious places in the South Korean city of Daegu; you will realize the magnificence laid in Buddhism by virtue of these places’ natural beauty as well as quietness and serenity.

Shrine of the Hyeonpung Gwak Family, Daegu is located at 1348-2, Ji-ri, Hyeonpung-myeon, Dalseong-gun in the South Korean city of Daegu. If you need to contact the monastery before or after your visit, you may call at 053-611-4465.

Delving into the history of this shrine you will get to know that this shrine (also called Jeongnyeogak) was built in the period of King Yeongjo. This construction was done in the 18th century. The chief purpose behind the construction was to honor twelve ancestors of the Hyeonpung Gwak family. These twelve ancestors of the Hyeonpung Gwak family were awarded from the nation.

Deeds like loyalty, filial respects, chastity, etc are highly respected in this country. And this is one of the age-old traditions of this place. A jeongnyeo was a prize for people who conducted good deeds stated above. Particularly, it was a very exceptional thing for one clan to receive 12 jeongnyeo prizes.

This Shrine of the Hyeonpung Gwak Family, Daegu is designated as Cultural Metirial No. 29. Besies, it has the steles of the 12 ancestors.

Take an inter-city bus bound for Guji at the Seobu Bus Terminal and transfer the bus No. 66-4 at the Hyeonpung Bus Terminal to each this destination.