It was made in the 13th century.
Each wood block measures 24 centimeters in height and 70 centimeters in length.
If laid along the length they would measure 60 km long and weigh 280 tons in total.
Thus carving began in 1237 and was completed in 12 years.
It was a massive project employing thousands of scholars and craftsmen.
The wood was soaked in sea water for three years, then cut into individual blocks.
The building where the Tripitaka resides is called the Janggyeong Panjeon.
It was built in the 15th century, specifically to house the blocks.
Janggyeong Panjeon is made up of four halls containing numerous rooms arranged in a rectangle around a courtyard.
To avoid damp southeasterly winds from the valley below, the Janggyeong Panjeon faces southwest.
The cold north wind is blocked by the mountains.
The roof is also made with clay and the bracketing and wood rafters prevent sudden changes in temperature.
Additionally, no part of the complex is exposed to sun.
Photo:Mark DeMaio/Flickr
The buildings where the Tripitaka Koreana is kept.
Photo:Jean-Pierre Dalbera/Flickr
The buildings where the Tripitaka Koreana is kept.
