Korea national treasure No.41 - Iron Flagpole at Yongdusa Temple Site, Cheongju

Korea national treasure No.41 - Iron Flagpole at Yongdusa Temple Site, Cheongju

국보 제41호 청주 용두사지 철 당간

Images(Source : Cultural heritage administration of Korea)

 The flagpole was used to hoist a huge flag or banner called dang at the entrance to a temple during an important event such as a ceremonial ritual in Yongdusa Temple.(more)

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