View of the Shishin-den from the Jomei-mon Gate, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kyoto, Japan

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The current Kyoto Imperial Palace was reconstructed in 1855 after it had burnt down and been moved around Kyoto many times over the centuries. It was the residence of the Imperial Family until 1868 when the capitol was moved from Kyoto to Tokyo. The Jomei-mon Gate is one of three gates leading into the courtyard to the Shishin-den (Hall of State Ceremonies) courtyard (Dan-tei) covered with white gravel. In this view you can see the Shishin-den at the end of the courtyard. The Shishin-den was used for important ceremonies such as enthronement ceremonies and contains the Imperial Thrones for the Emperor and the Empress.

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Size: 5000px × 3333px
Location: Shishin-den from Jomei-mon Gate, Kyoto Imperial Palace, Kyoto Japan
Photo credit: © Terry Allen / Alamy / Afripics
License: Royalty Free
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