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Japanese superlatives, Shinkyo Bridge
By Muza-chan on May 20, 2011 | 64 feedbacks »
About Shinkyo 「神橋」, the sacred bridge from Futarasan, there is a beautiful old Japanese legend telling the story of its origins. The first bridge was built here in 766 and it is unknown how it looked like, it was probably a suspended bridge.
What it is known for sure is that in 1509, according to the recordings, Shinkyo was a drawbridge, which makes it the oldest bridge in Japan built over a gorge. Shinkyo was rebuilt many times and in 1636 it took the form we see today, but without decorations, which were added in 1792.
Originally, only the Emperor, a few generals and imperial messengers were allowed to cross Shinkyo. Since 1973 the bridge is opened to the public and now everyone can enjoy a view like this one:
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Shinkyo Bridge, Nikko
EXIF Info:
Nikon D90 | |
Lens: VR 18-55mm F/3.5-5.6G | |
Focal Length: 18mm | |
Aperture: F/5.6 | |
Shutter Speed: 1/60s | |
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 200 |
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