During her trip to Korea in 1999, Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom was particularly impressed by the scale and beauty of Bongjeonsa Temple.

[4] Geungnakjeon (Nirvana Hall), dates back to the early 1200s, is presumed to be the oldest wooden building in South Korea.

[5] The hall was constructed with slated windows on both sides, with the door in the front middle compartment, and has a gabled roof supported by column brackets.

[5] Though built during the Goryeo Dynasty era, the hall shows influence of the architectural style of the early Unified Silla Period.

[6] Daeungjeon is the main temple hall, with stunning original murals,[7] representing building styles of the early Joseon Dynasty era.