Highlighting the Historical Significance of Temples in Major Cities such as Gaegyeong and Namgyeong

by Lee Jonggil

Published 24 Sep.2025 09:00(KST)

"Cities and Temples of Goryeo" Medieval Culture Forum to Be Held on September 25
Five Presentations and Comprehensive Discussion at the National Palace Museum of Korea

'Cities and Temples of Goryeo' Poster

The National Seoul Institute of Cultural Heritage under the Cultural Heritage Administration will hold the second Medieval Culture Forum on September 25 at the auditorium of the National Palace Museum of Korea in Jongno-gu, Seoul, under the theme "Cities and Temples of Goryeo." The forum will shed light on the historical and cultural significance of Gaegyeong, the capital of Goryeo, as well as major cities in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province and the temples within them.

The event will consist of five thematic presentations and a comprehensive discussion. Moon Okhyeon, a researcher at the National Seoul Institute of Cultural Heritage, will discuss "The Achievements and Challenges of Investigating Goryeo-era Temple Sites in Seoul and Gyeonggi Province." Kang Hoseon, a professor at Sungshin Women's University, will present on "The Operation of Temples in Gaegyeong and Gangdo during the Goryeo Dynasty." Kim Doyeon, a professor at Daegu University, will cover "The Establishment of Namgyeong and Its Temples in Goryeo." Hwang Bokyung, a curator at Sejong University Museum, will speak on "The City of Gwangju and Its Temples in Goryeo." Park Hancheol, director of the Gukwon Cultural Heritage Research Institute, will discuss "The Management of Juksan and the Bong-eopsa Temple Site." Gangdo refers to the capital established on Ganghwa Island during the Mongol invasions (1232-1270).

After the presentations, Yoon Yonghyeok, professor emeritus at Kongju National University, will moderate a comprehensive discussion. Experts from various fields will participate to share a range of perspectives.