Architectural Significance of the Seokguram Buddhist Grotto in Gyeongju (Korea)

Recent architectural analysis of the Seokguram Grotto, a UNESCO-listed Korean Buddhist site, reveals its unique structural and compositional sophistication. By comparing its features with other ancient hypogeal constructions, researchers uncovered hidden proportions and cohesive construction techniques that distinguish it from similar structures. The study also explores subtle lighting effects and philosophical underpinnings, demonstrating Seokguram's enduring relevance through modern parallels, such as Tadao Ando’s Buddha Hill in Hokkaido (2017). This rediscovery of its latent architectural properties offers new insights into Korean heritage conservation and monument design.

Salguero-Andújar, F., Prat-Hurtado, F., Rodriguez-Cunill, I., & Cabeza-Lainez, J. (2021). Architectural Significance of the Seokguram Buddhist Grotto in Gyeongju (Korea). Buildings, 12(1), 3. https://doi.org/10.3390/buildings12010003