Sei-Mon Gate. Nishi Hongan-ji Temple. Kyoto. Kansai . Japan


Sei-Mon Gate. Entrance to Nishi Hongan-ji (Western Temple of the Original Vow). Head temple of the Jodo Shinshu organization, from Shin Buddhism, established in early 17 century. The Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, were added to the Unesco World Heritage List in 1994. Kyoto. Kansai (aka Kinki) region. Japan


Size: 5200px × 3453px
Location: Kyoto. Kansai. Japan
Photo credit: © Miguel A. Muñoz Pellicer / Alamy / Afripics
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