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“The large Buddha statue is the spiritual landmark of the overall development and will be the first feature erected on site,” stated the application at the time.

Archaeological surveys and excavations revealed historical relics, including the large Buddha statue dating back to the early years of the Goryeo period (CE 918–1392).

The Buddha will return to its upright position with its new head resting loosely in its lap instead. “If anyone likes it a lot, they can take that one and it’ll be much easier,” he said.