Architectural treasures of Japan, Kyoto Tofuku-ji Sannon

Sun, September 27, 2015, by
Declared as National Treasure of Japan, the Sanmon gate of the Tofuku-ji Temple in Kyoto is one of the most spectacular wooden gates in Japan.

With an impressive width of 22 meters and a height of two stories, it was built in 1405 and it survived, to the present time, perfectly preserved.

Sanmon Gate, Tofuku-ji Temple, Kyoto
EXIF info:

Nikon D700
Lens: 24-70mm F/2.8G
Focal Length: 31mm
Aperture: F/6.3
Shutter Speed: 1/320s
ISO Sensitivity: ISO 320


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