Browse > Article
http://dx.doi.org/10.14700/KITLA.2020.38.1.036

A Study on the Traditional Planting Prototype of Haengdan(杏壇) and Natural Monumental Value of Ginkgo Tree in Sejong-ri  

Shin, Hyun-Sil (Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Woosuk University)
Choi, Byoung-Ki (Warm Temperate and Subtropical Forest Research Center, National Institute of Forest Science)
Publication Information
Journal of the Korean Institute of Traditional Landscape Architecture / v.38, no.1, 2020 , pp. 36-44 More about this Journal
Abstract
This study analyzed the Planting Prototype of Haengdan(杏壇)is the One of the traditional planting techniques and the value of natural monument plant and derived the value of the ginkgo tree in Sejong-ri as a natural monument. The results are as follows; First, ginkgo trees have high environmental adaptability, practicality and visual value. There were also many ginkgo trees that were deeply related to Confucian and Buddhist ideas. Ginkgo trees accounted for the largest portion of the number of old tree designated as natural monuments in recognition of their value. Second, after analyzing the historical and cultural values of ginkgo trees, ginkgo trees became the place of gardens and buildings by symbolizing Confucius(孔子)' Confucian ideas. In Buddhism, it was related to the creation of temples or the achievements of ancient monks. The people had a symbol of the prosperity of their offspring and the succession of the family. Third, in 1024 gongdobo, the grandson of Confucius, rebuilt the shrine, installed the platform in the central position and planted ginkgo trees. It originated from what he called "the "haengdan(杏壇)." The tree was then recorded as "heungheang(紅杏)" which was written by Wang Jae-jin's poetry during the Ming Dynasty. Thus it was misused as apricot tree. The cause of this is due to the same kanji reading. or it can be seen as influence on the taoism. But Korea has been sticking to the use of the first ginkgo trees. Forth, biologically, the Sejong-ri ginkgo tree is characterized by the composition of a pair of male trees. The landscape is contrasted with the twisted male tree and vertical female trees. In addition, in terms of authenticity and integrity, the relationship between Admiral Im, Nan-Su(林蘭秀) of the Goryeo Dynasty and the ginkgo tree is found in various literature.
Keywords
Authenticity; Haengjeong; ImNan-Su; Integrity; Old Tree;
Citations & Related Records
연도 인용수 순위
  • Reference
1 National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage(2016). A Study on the Development New Types and Revision of the Designation Criteria of Natural Monument Plant Heritage. National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage.
2 Jung, G., Seo, J. Y. and Lee, J. G.(2009). A Study on the Analysis of Growth of Ginkgo and Pine Trees for Environmental Circumstance Improvement for Old Big Trees. Journal of the Korean Institute of Traditional Landscape Architecture. 27(1): 57-65.
3 Kim, S. H. and Kim, S. H.(1995). A study on the protection trees concerning the present condition and the citizen's consciousness in Pusan. Research Report. 18(1): 121-140.
4 Na, M. H.(2010). A study on the conservation and management of the Natural Monuments of Korea. Doctorial Thesis of Sangmyung University.
5 National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage(2019). Improving the Designation System of Natural Monuments (Plants) and Discovering Excellent Resources. National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage.
6 National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage(2008). A Study on the Designation Criteria of Natural Monuments and Municipal Monuments by Comparing the Actual Condition of Old Tree. National Research Institute of Cultural Heritage.
7 司馬相如(BC179-BC118). 上林賦. 西漢
8 Japanese Government General of Korea(Author) Forest for Life (Translate)(2007). Forest in Joseon. Seoul; Geobook.
9 孔府檔案, 嘉靖十三年(公元1534年) / 曲阜縣志. 淸代(乾隆)
10 王在晋(明朝). 杏壇詩:松柏鬱交翠, 紅杏倚孤亭
11 李延壽(659).南史.券79
12 Cran, P. P.(2019). An evolutionary and cultural biography of ginkgo. Plants People Planet. 1(-): 32-37.   DOI
13 Cran, P. P.(2013). Ginkgo: The Tree That Time Forgot. Yale University Press.
14 Chungnam Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau(2001). Application for designation of Ginkgo Tree in Nammyeon, Yeongi-gun for Provincial Cultural Heritage.