To this day, the Tripitaka Koreana remains an unsolved mystery. 

When the printing blocks are stacked together, they would exceed the height of Baekdu Mountain. They boast incredible consistency with almost no omissions or errors, as if they were all carved by one master. How was the Tripitaka Koreana created during a war with Mongolia when the work would have required a huge amount of perseverance and time? How it was moved to Haein Temple, where it is currently stored, also remains shrouded in mystery. Although over a thousand years old, the Tripitaka Koreana is in perfect shape without damages or signs of decay. Get ready to take a closer look at this mysterious treasure of Korea.
Duration: 13:24
Region: Korea
Source: Arirang