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Byodo-in Buddhist Temple in Uji - Bridge to the Phoenix Hall

The temple’s Phoenix Hall, which looks into the country’s most famous reflecting pond, houses a marvelous statue of Amida Buddha made by Jocho, the most famous sculptor of Buddhist images, who lived during the late Heian Period (XIth century).

       
    
    
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Bridge to the Phoenix Hall

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  • LOUISIANA United States (Private Message) 02/22/09 6:39 PM  

    stunning

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  • Lynne294 Premium user New Zealand (Private Message) 02/05/09 9:53 PM  

    Picturesque !

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