Sunday, April 08, 2007

Nikko in Japan
















Kegon Waterfalls is one of Japan's three most famous waterfalls with a height of approximately 100m. The colors of each season make it a beautiful location all year round.




hear no evil, speak no evil, see no evil..
































Futarasan Shrine (World Heritage). This shrine has offered sanctuary to the faithful as a protector of the Kanto region ever since its construction in the year 790. It contains many structures and artifacts that have been designated as important cultural treasures, including the main hall and the sacred gate.










Rinnoji Temple (World Heritage) The temple in which the three great Buddhas of the Nikko mountains are enshrined. In addition to the thirty-eight historical structures that make up the temple, there is also much to see in the gardens, treasury and other area. The tempreture was wonderful.










Shinkyo (Scared Bridge). A cinnabar varnished wooden bridge that serves as the gateway to Nikko mountains. Honored as a sacred bridge since olden times, The Shinkyo is one of Japan's thress finest bridges.

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