It originally had 5 stories, but only 4 remain today. It was moved after the Japanese occupation and is cared for on the grounds of Balsan Elementary School.
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Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan Today
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Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan in detail
Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan: a Goryeo-period stone pagoda, designated a Treasure on January 21, 1963
The Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan, is a stone pagoda from the Goryeo period. It became a Treasure on January 21, 1963. It first had 5 stories, but the body now has 4, and the pagoda stands on a 2-tier base. Only part of the top ornament survives, and this part is thought to be a later addition. source 1
Pillar carvings of the Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan and its roof stones on three-step supports
The 2-tier base of the Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan has pillar-shaped carvings at the corners and in the middle, and each story of the body stones also has pillar shapes at its four corners. Such pillar carvings on the base are a decoration typical of Goryeo stone pagodas. The roof stones sit on three-step supports. Their slope is steep, but the tips of the eaves turn up slightly. The body was stacked in proportions that grow gradually lighter toward the upper stories. source 1
The Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan, stands on the grounds of Balsan Elementary School
Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan is a cultural heritage protected and managed within the grounds of Balsan Elementary School. It was moved to its current spot after the Japanese colonial period, and the address is 43 Bareume-gil, Gaejeong-myeon, Gunsan-si. This stone pagoda is a stop on Gunsan City's 'Walking Through Historic Sites' course. source 1
The Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan, is free and open all year, with parking
Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan is always open, has no closing days and charges no admission. You can park. For inquiries, contact the Gunsan City Hall Culture and Arts Division (063-454-4174). This stone pagoda is also in the guide 'Gunsan Without Admission Fees: Which Places Are Free?' source 2
How many stories does the Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan, have now?
The Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan, originally had 5 stories, but only 4 remain today. The pagoda stands on a 2-tier base. source 1
When was the Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan, designated a Treasure?
The Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan, was designated a Treasure on January 21, 1963. It is a stone pagoda built in the Goryeo period. source 1
Is there an admission fee for Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan?
No. It is open all year. Five-story Stone Pagoda in Balsan-ri, Gunsan is free to visit, always open and open all year. source 2
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