# Sanjūsangen-dō

Kyoto, Japan

Sanjusangen-do is a Buddhist hall founded in 1164, famous for its astonishing length of 120 meters and its army of 1,001 gilded Kannon statues. Rebuilt in 1266 after fire, the temple holds the largest gathering of these golden figures in Japan, all designated National Treasures.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Sanjūsangen-dō, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 34.98778, 135.77167

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