Sendai Daikannon is the sixth largest statue in the world, located in Sendai, Japan, with a height of 100 meters. With the help of an elevator, tourists can go to the top of the statue.
Sendai Daikannon was built in 1991 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the city of Sendai. Sendai Daikannon represents Kannon. Kannon is the goddess of mercy and compassion in Buddhism.
The statue is also known as Byakue-Kannon. Byakue-Kannon is a white-robed Kannon who can give birth to a thousand Buddhas. The statue was built to pray for the prosperity and prosperity of the city.
Sendai Daikannon is an important cultural and religious symbol of Japan. The statue was built to pray for the prosperity and prosperity of the city. The statue is also a symbol of Kannon's mercy and compassion.
The sculptor of the Sendai Daikannon is Takamatsu Jyoji. Jyoji is one of Japan's most important sculptors. Jyoji has designed numerous sculptures and statuettes throughout his career.
Sendai Daikannon was built using concrete and steel. The outer surface of the statue is covered with white tiles. The interior of the statue has 12 floors. On the top floor there is a statue of Kannon.
The construction of the statue took 10 years. Approximately 10,000 tons of concrete and 3,000 tons of steel were used in the construction of the statue. Approximately 2 million tiles were used for the exterior of the statue.
Sendai Daikannon is located in Sendai Park in the center of Sendai city. The statue offers a panoramic view of the city.
Sendai Daikannon, as the sixth largest statue in the world, welcomes millions of visitors every year. The statue is one of Japan's most popular tourist attractions.
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