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The seated Maitreya Buddha of the Joseon Dynasty is carved lightly on the rock surface of a giant cliff facing the west, being situated on the north side of Gwanaksan.The overall style of the Buddha statute shows excellent techniques of the 17th century. It serves as an important material in establishingthe chronology of sculpture during the Joseon Dynasty. This rock-carved Buddha is highly valued as it represents Buddha statues of the 17th century during the Joseon Dynasty