Won Buddhism History Museum

Yeongsan Seongji is the original sacred site where Won Buddhism was founded. It is the place where Master Sotaesan Daejongsa was born, grew up, and founded Won Buddhism with his 9 disciples after he attained enlightenment at the end of self-mortification.
Here, there are the birthplace of Grand Master Sotaesan, Oknyeo Peak, Sambatjae Madangbawi Rock, Seonjinpo Ipjeong Site, etc. There are historical sites related to the construction of Saehoesang, such as Dobong, Gugundosilteo, Yeongsanwon, and Daegakjeon.
Nearby, there are Yeongsan Seongji High School and Yeongsan Seongji Song Hak Middle School, which are alternative schools, and Yeongsan Won Buddhist University and Yeongsan Monastery, which are training institutes for pastors.