Dejavu for Raihanah of this place.
A man trying to squeeze himself through the pillar.
The octagonal Lantern
Todaiji Temple (inside Nara Deer Park, Kyoto)
We were here on 1st July 2007 (Sunday)
Todaiji Temple, constructed in the 8th century, is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples. In it's huge precincts (57m in width and 50m in depth) are various national treasures of Japan. The Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall) is one of the world's largest wooden buildings. One of Japan's best-known temples, it enshrines a gigantic bronze statue of Buddha (15m). A wonder of a religious architecture.
Todaiji Temple, constructed in the 8th century, is one of Japan's most famous and historically significant temples. In it's huge precincts (57m in width and 50m in depth) are various national treasures of Japan. The Daibutsuden (Great Buddha Hall) is one of the world's largest wooden buildings. One of Japan's best-known temples, it enshrines a gigantic bronze statue of Buddha (15m). A wonder of a religious architecture.
As you walk around the hall, don't be shocked to see people attempting to squeeze through a hole in one of the rear support pillars. The Japanese believe that if one is successful in squeezing through, they are guaranteed a place in Heaven.
As you leave the Daibutsuden, take a minute to look at the Octagonal Lantern at the bottom of the steps. It is one of the oldest treasures in the temple dating from the founding of Todaiji. The lantern is supported by a post inscribed with an excerpt from a Buddhist text discussing the merits of lighting lanterns.
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