Daibutsu Kamakura photo copyrighted by: Brian McMorrow The Daibutsu depicts Amida Buddha, who is the focus of
Pure Land Buddhism. Originating in China, this sect gained prominence in Japan in the 12th century and
remains very popular today.
It weighs approximately 121 tons, is about 13 meters
tall and 9 meters wide, from knee to knee.
Find more Kamakura Great Buddha images in the Kamakura gallery of Photorena.
All pics are under copyright of the photographer
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