World Heritage Site of Buddhist Pure Land: Byodo-in Temple
12-19-2007    The Yomiuri Shimbun

Exterior


Main Hall


Profile


Reflection of the ancient temple


Silence


The Yomiuri Shimbun, September 23, 2006

 

Kyoto, Japan -- In Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan, there is a Byodo-in Temple. It was built in 1052.

The Amidanyorai seated statue at Byodo-in temple's Hoodo hall, and its canopy are designated as national treasures at the temple, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Editor: Wang Xinyu
   
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