Securing 12.8 Billion Won in National Funding... Yangsan City Accelerates National Heritage Preservation Projects

Expectations Rise for National Heritage Preservation
with Construction of Tongdosa Cultural Space and Restoration of Dae Gwangjeon Hall at Sinhungsa Temple

Yangsan City in South Gyeongsang Province announced that 12.8 billion won in national funding required for the construction of the Tongdosa Cultural Space and the restoration of the Dae Gwangjeon Hall at Sinhungsa Temple, as well as other projects for the preservation and utilization of local national heritage, has been included in the 2026 government budget proposal.

This achievement in securing national funding is the result of Yangsan City’s ongoing cooperation with central government agencies to systematically preserve local cultural heritage and promote its development as a tourism resource. Expectations for national heritage preservation are particularly high, as the projects include Tongdosa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and Sinhungsa Temple, which holds significant historical value.

The main projects reflected in the budget are the construction of the Tongdosa Cultural Space and the restoration of the Dae Gwangjeon Hall at Sinhungsa Temple. These initiatives are expected to greatly contribute to improving the preservation environment for cultural assets in the region, enhancing visitor convenience, and expanding historical and cultural content.

In addition, the city secured 900 million won in national funding for four projects, including media art initiatives utilizing national heritage. These efforts are expected to raise awareness of the value and significance of the region’s national heritage and have a positive impact on revitalizing local tourism and the economy in celebration of the “2026 Visit Yangsan Year.”

The city plans to use these projects as an opportunity to further strengthen the foundation for spreading the region’s historical and cultural value and boosting tourism.

An official from Yangsan City stated, “This inclusion of national funding is an important stepping stone for safeguarding Yangsan’s precious national heritage for future generations,” adding, “We will thoroughly establish detailed plans and continue close cooperation with the government to ensure the smooth implementation of these projects.”

Yangsan City Hall.

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