Carved directly into a natural rock face at Uncheonsa Temple in Gwangju's Seogu district, this seated Buddha statue has long served as a spiritual landmark for local residents. Its serene smile and refined carving technique reveal the remarkable skill of ancient craftsmen. Visitors can experience a peaceful encounter with history and faith right in the heart of the city.
광주 서구 운천사에 자리한 마애여래좌상은 자연 암벽에 새겨진 불상으로, 오랜 세월 지역민들의 신앙처로 자리해 온 소중한 문화유산입니다. 은은한 미소를 띤 불상의 표정과 정교한 조각 기법에서 옛 장인의 솜씨를 엿볼 수 있습니다. 도심 속에서 조용히 역사와 신앙의 흔적을 마주할 수 있는 곳입니다.
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