Seokguram's millennium-old Buddhist artistry to come to life in Paris exhibition
An immersive exhibition on Seokguram, Korea’s UNESCO-listed Buddhist grotto in Gyeongju, North Gyeongsang Province, will open at the Korean Cultural Center in Paris next month to mark 140 years of diplomatic ties between Korea and France. Titled “Seokguram: The Millennium of Mystery of Buddhist Art,” the exhibition will run from Oct. 2 through March 13, 2027, presenting the spiritual and artistic…
An immersive exhibition celebrating the 140 years of diplomatic relations between Korea and France will debut next month at the Korean Cultural Center in Paris. The exhibition, titled "Seokguram: The Millennium of Mystery of Buddhist Art," will run from October 2nd through March 13th, 2027 and aims to showcase the spiritual and artistic heritage of the eighth-century Seokguram Buddhist grotto.
Featuring photography, tactile displays, contemporary art and digital technology, the exhibition will take visitors on a journey through the fascinating history of Seokguram. Constructed during the Silla Dynasty (57 B.C.-A.D. 935) on Mount Toham in the ancient capital of Korea, Seokguram is a remarkable example of stone craftsmanship. The grotto is renowned for its intricate stone Buddhist sculptures, especially the central Buddha, as well as the precise architectural design of its domed chamber.
Inscribed on UNESCO's World Heritage List in 1995 alongside Bulguksa Temple, Seokguram's cultural significance extends beyond its religious importance. The exhibition, organized jointly by the Korean Cultural Center in Paris, the Korea Heritage Service, Gyeongju City, and the Korea National University of Heritage, will present an engaging experience that highlights the enduring legacy of this remarkable UNESCO-listed site.
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