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Samguk yusa (Korean: 삼국유사; Hanja: 三國遺事; lit. 'Memorabilia of the Three Kingdoms') Korean pronunciation: [sʰam.ɡuk̚.ju.sa]) is a collection of legends, folktales, and historical accounts relating to the Three Kingdoms of Korea (Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla), as well as to other periods and states before, during, and after the Three Kingdoms period. It was compiled by the Buddhist monk Il-yeon in the late Goryeo dynasty, around 1280, and was originally written in Classical Chinese …
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Samguk yusa (삼국유사) — verified Korean classic / historical text. Compiled 1279. By Il-yeon.
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Heritage designation: National Treasures of South Korea
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When was Samguk yusa published?
Samguk yusa was published in 1279 (verified via Wikidata Q485538 2026-06-29 00:23 UTC; Wikipedia Samguk yusa 2026-06-29 00:23 UTC, as of 2026-06-29).
Who wrote Samguk yusa?
Samguk yusa was written by Il-yeon (verified via Wikidata Q485538 2026-06-29 00:23 UTC; Wikipedia Samguk yusa 2026-06-29 00:23 UTC, as of 2026-06-29).
What is Samguk yusa's heritage designation?
Samguk yusa — Heritage designation: National Treasures of South Korea (verified via Wikidata Q485538 2026-06-29 00:23 UTC; Wikipedia Samguk yusa 2026-06-29 00:23 UTC, as of 2026-06-29).