Bejeweled

I took this photo on one of my visits to the Byodo-In Temple.  I don't know what she signifies, but I thought the statue was interesting to look at (and my daughter loved all of her "jewels"!).

V: Valley of the Temples

Valley of the Temples is actually a large cemetery containing not only thousands of grave sites, but also various temples.  The grandest one, and the main attraction, is the Byodo-In, an exact replica of a 950 year old Buddhist temple in Uji, Japan.  The grounds are a very lovely, serene place to visit for a half-hour or so.  For more 'V' photos please visit ABC Wednesday.

Ruffled Feathers

This is one of a handful of black swans that can be spotted in the small ponds surrounding the Byodo-In Temple in Kaneohe.  For some reason, I am drawn to photograph them every time I go there - I love the ripple of their feathers, the bright red beaks, and the way they glide silently across the water. 

B: Byodo-In Temple

A serene place to spend a little time if you're on the windward side of the island.  The temple is a replica of a 950 year-old Buddhist temple in Uji, Japan.  There are huge Koi fish in the ponds, as well as a few black swans, peacocks, and turtles on the grounds.  For more photos beginning with 'B', visit ABC Wednesday.