Travel Guide

Tongyeong, Gyeongsangnam-do｜Look at the cat guarding the Buddha statue facing the island Tongyeong is a quiet and beautiful coastal city. In addition to the beautiful scenery, there is also a different kind of healing here - cats guard the ancient Buddha statues and quietly gaze at the sea in the distance. In a small remote temple, there is always one or a few cats in front of the Buddha statue. They seem to be the guardians here, silently guarding this peaceful space along with the sea breeze and waves. Whenever you come here and look up, the Buddha statue is solemn and solemn, and the cats are lying lazily next to the Buddha statue, at ease, as if they have already integrated into this land and become a part of it. This unique scene makes people feel inner peace and healing, as if they have escaped from the busy urban life in an instant. When you come to Tongyeong, you might as well take some time to visit these small temples and experience the mystery and beauty of the coexistence of cats and Buddha statues. The sea breeze blows gently, and the cat's lazy posture coincides with your soul.