An old picture from my Japan trip in 2010. This is Kinkaku-ji, officially named Rokuon-ji. Located in Kyoto, the pavilion is a very popular tourist attraction. The present structure dates back to 1955 when it was rebuilt. The pavilion is three stories high, approximately 12.5 meters in height. Gold was an important addition the pavilion because of its underlying meaning. The gold employed was to mitigate and purify any pollution or negative thoughts and feelings towards death.
