The restoration project of the three storied stone pagoda in Bulguksa temple in Korea

A significant discovery during the restoration of the Three-story Stone Pagoda at Bulguksa Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Gyeongju, Korea, revealed historical repair records dating back to 1966. These records, found with a sarira reliquary, document the pagoda's repair history and provide valuable insights into its preservation efforts over centuries. The restoration project, conducted collaboratively by Korean agencies, academic institutions, and businesses, highlights the importance of interdisciplinary approaches in maintaining cultural heritage structures. Constructed in 742 during the United Silla Period, the pagoda features a distinctive three-story body atop a two-story platform, making it a notable example of ancient Korean architecture.

Ji, S., Lee, J., & Kim, D. (2016). The restoration project of the three storied stone pagoda in Bulguksa temple in Korea. Structural Analysis of Historical Constructions: Anamnesis, Diagnosis, Therapy, Controls, 686–693. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781315616995-92