Since March of this year, the Phoenix Hall of Byōdō-in, was once again visible. For the past two years it was covered in scaffolding because of renovation. There is still a small part in the back that is still undergoing construction though. This fall the work should be completed. The famous Phoenix Hall is the main attraction and inside is a statue of Amitabha Tathagata, by the renowned sculptor Jōchō. It dates back to 1053 and is made of wood covered with gold leaf, reaching a height of almost 3 meters. You can still see the Raigō paintings on the wooden doors of the Phoenix Hall, depicting the Descent of the Amida Buddha. They were painted by Tamenari Takuma.
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The Phoenix Hall of Byōdō-in
A World Heritage Site in Uji City, Kyoto
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