When Buddhism was introduced into Korea, the altar was located in the center of the Buddhist hall, and stayed there for a long time. However, the location of the altar eventually moved to the back of the hall as time went on. As for the planar structure of the hall, there are 5 exceptions where altars were situated on the far side of the hall, so that an asymmetrical space was created while wooden structures had an influence. The 5 halls investigated here can be classified into types in terms

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... whether their wooden structure and the elevation are symmetrical or asymmetrical. In the asymmetrical type, a part of the upper structure, floor structure, column arrangement, and window arrangement show asymmetrical features. In conclusion, first, as the location of the altar was moved to the side of the hall, it induced alterations such as a planar plan, structure, window arrangement and type of roof. Second, as the construction plan of the hall was initiated, asymmetrical structural features were considered. Third, asymmetrical features were used as a method to achieve effective spatial use of part of the altar and worshippers.