Jogye Order Opens Over 170 Temples to Jamboree Participants Amid Heatwave

On the afternoon of the 5th, British Scout members are stacking bags under a shade tent at the Saemangeum World Scout Jamboree campsite in Buan-gun, Jeollabuk-do.
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The Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism has decided to open over 170 temple facilities nationwide for camping or lodging to support the 2023 Saemangeum World Scout Jamboree.

Upon request from the Jamboree organizing committee, participants will be allowed to camp or stay overnight at 24 district headquarters temples, approximately 147 temples operating templestay programs, and the Korean Cultural Training Center directly managed by the Jogye Order.

On the 5th, the Jogye Order announced that it had issued an urgent support guideline for the Jamboree to temples nationwide, outlining these measures.

The Jogye Order explained the purpose, stating, "We aim to support various programs so that youth participants from each country attending the Saemangeum World Scout Jamboree can comfortably experience Korea's traditional culture, history, and nature during their remaining time."

The initiative is intended to alleviate difficulties caused by the heatwave and expand opportunities for youth from various countries to experience Korean Buddhist culture.

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