13th Annual Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest Travel
Dragon at Todaiji Temple

This photo shows a Temizuya with a dragon on top of it. A Temizuya is often found in front of temple and shrines, it allows you to purify yourself before you enter.

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Date Taken: 10.2015
Date Uploaded: 08.2015
Photo Location: Nara, Japan
Copyright: © Sasha Smith