Sensoji (also known as Asakusa Kannon Temple) is a Buddhist temple located in Asakusa{Tokyo}, the center of the shitamachi (lit. "low town").
The legend says that in the year 628, two brothers fished a statue of Kannon, the goddess of mercy, out of the Sumida River, and even though they put the statue back into the river, it always returned to them. Consequently, Sensoji was built there for the goddess of Kannon. The temple was completed in 645, making it Tokyo's oldest temple. The photo is the five story Pagoda!
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Not a bad idea for classic. But I see everyone loves to post old temples for classic. :)
Nice photo - I don't see things like that where I am very much - well, rarely.
I love buddhist temples and Pagoda. I am heading to Tokyo on December. I just put this on my list of TO DO!
Is it worth it?
Nice shot.. the top part of the pagoda looks rather unique. :)
I've been there too... really beautiful :) mine is up too. Happy weekend!
What a gorgeous photo of a wonderful historic place! This is a great shot for the theme. And I love that you shared the story about it!
I love the lines in that temple!! beautiful!! Have a great Saturday.
That is so beautiful and ornate.
This is beautiful.
Wow - so gorgeous!
Happy Weekend.
That is definitely a classic and a beautiful photograph as well as the story that goes with it. Have a pleasant weekend.
With something as beautiful as these temples it is hard to deny that they are classics.
WHat an amazing temple. A wonderful take on this week's theme. Happy weekend
Great shot of a beautiful temple. Have a good weekend.
That IS GORGEOUS!! I love the Orient.
Mine is posted, drop by if you can.
Oh WOW! That is incredible.
Great entry!
Happy weekend!
This is stunning
Wow! I'm impressed! This is gorgeous.
Simple beautiful place to Visit!..ahhh maybe some I will visit there too..."dreaming daw"
Beautiful photo of the temple! Very classic. :) Great choice for this week's Hunt. :)
My classic photo.
It looks absolutely gorgeous. Nice interpritation of classic.
That is a beautiful take on classic.
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