The Millstone and Pal Sang Jeon at the National Folk Museum

Exploring the outdoor space of the National Folk Museum, I had the chance to glimpse the wisdom and faith embedded in tradition through the millstone and Pal Sang Jeon.🦋

First, the millstone is a traditional farming tool that was turned with the help of oxen or horses, vividly showcasing the rural lifestyle of the past. Imagining the large, heavy stone mill slowly rotating brings to life the daily efforts and hardships of people from that era.🔮

At first glance, this museum might seem like part of a royal palace, but it was actually designed to resemble Korea's national treasures. The front staircase is modeled after the 'Cheongun and Baekun Bridges' of Bulguksa Temple (National Treasure No. 23), the central building after the 'Pal Sang Jeon' of Beopjusa Temple (National Treasure No. 55), and the right and left wings after the 'Mireukjeon' of Geumsansa Temple (National Treasure No. 62) and the 'Gakhwangjeon' of Hwaeomsa Temple (National Treasure No. 67), respectively. Particularly, the front courtyard inspired by Pal Sang Jeon, Korea's only remaining wooden pagoda, serves as a popular photo spot.🍁

Through these two architectural elements, I was able to deeply appreciate the lives, faith, and wisdom of our ancestors, who lived harmoniously with nature.📚

Post by 에메랄드 바다 | Aug 22, 2025