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Photographed in December 2020
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Snow rests on the sweeping tiled roof and stone foundations of a Korean Buddhist temple, transforming its already contemplative atmosphere into something approaching the transcendent. The traditional architecture - heavy timber columns, stone lanterns, and dancheong-painted eaves - carries its winter coating with a gravity that newer buildings cannot match. Temple grounds in Korea are almost always set against mountain backdrops, and the visible tree line beyond suggests a valley location where snow accumulates deeply and lingers through the winter months. The contrast between the warm brown of aged wood and the cold white of fresh snow creates a visual dialogue between permanence and impermanence that aligns with the Buddhist philosophy housed within. December temple visits are a Korean tradition, particularly as the year draws to a close and reflection becomes natural.