Historical Events tagged with "nankai"
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Great Buddha Building Destroyed by Tsunami
The Great Buddha at Kōtoku-in, located in Kamakura, Japan, was housed within a temple structure that succumbed to the forces of the Nankai tsunami. This powerful wave devastated coastal areas, leading to significant changes in local architecture and the preservation of the statue. Since the disaster, the Great Buddha has remained outside, exposed to the elements, leading to its unique appearance today. The event not only changed the physical landscape but also affected the social and cultural significance of the statue, as it became a symbol of resilience and adaptation in the face of natural disasters.
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