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Kinkaku-ji, Golden Temple, Kyoto City, Japan
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Kinkaku-ji, Golden Temple, Kyoto City, Japan
A photograph taken during the voyage of H.M.S. Challenger (1872-1876) funded by the British Government for scientific purposes. The expedition is believed to have been the first to carry an official photographer
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1. Title: "Golden Discovery: Kinkaku-ji, Kyoto's Radiant Buddhist Temple, Captured During the H.M.S. Challenger Expedition (1872-1876)" 2.. This evocative black-and-white photograph captures the breathtaking beauty and serenity of Kinkaku-ji, or the Golden Pavilion, in Kyoto, Japan. Dating back to 1397, this iconic Buddhist temple is renowned for its stunning reflection on the mirror-like surface of the surrounding Shikiri-sama Pond. This photograph was taken during the historic voyage of H.M.S. Challenger, an expedition funded by the British Government for scientific purposes, marking the first official expedition to carry an onboard photographer. The expedition, which took place between 1872 and 1876, aimed to explore the geomorphology of the seabed and the distribution of living organisms in the world's oceans. As the Challenger sailed through Asian waters, its intrepid photographer captured the essence of this exquisite temple, showcasing its unique architectural design and the vibrant camellia flowers that bloomed around it. The temple, a National Treasure of Japan, is an eudicot, belonging to the order Ericales and the family Camellaceae. Specifically, it is a member of the Camellieae tribe, which includes the tea plant (Camellia sinensis) and the Camellia thea, or the Japanese tea plant. The temple's golden exterior, made of gold leaf, shimmers in the daytime sunlight, creating a striking contrast against the lush greenery and the tranquil waters. This photograph is a testament to the expedition's groundbreaking discoveries and the enduring allure of Asian culture and its rich history. With its timeless beauty and historical significance, this photograph invites us to explore the wonders of the world and the discoveries that await us beyond our horizons.
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