The highlight of my trip was definitely Osaka Castle, originally built in the late 1500s by ruler
Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Over the years it suffered quite a bit of damage in various squabbles and wars, most recently in 1945 during bombing raids. It's been completely reconstructed and was quite lovely (on the outside anyway...the inside was a bit too museum-ish). Surrounding the castle was a large moat and extensive park grounds. It was an exceedingly peaceful and happy place to be, in the middle of this huge city.
After walking through a beautiful park, we caught our first glimpse of the castle:
There were a few of these monks standing at various spots on the castle grounds. They stand motionless and silent, unless you give them a coin or two, in which case they look up and say a blessing for you:
Can you see me below?
At the top, we had some great views of Osaka:
Some more views of the park:
Refreshing and lovely. Have a great weekend my friends! xoxo
There were a few of these monks standing at various spots on the castle grounds. They stand motionless and silent, unless you give them a coin or two, in which case they look up and say a blessing for you:
Can you see me below?
At the top, we had some great views of Osaka:
Some more views of the park:
Refreshing and lovely. Have a great weekend my friends! xoxo
2 comments:
Great pictures! Osaka castle looks like a great place to recharge your batteries. I hope that your vacation was a good opportunity to do so -Ruth.
Thanks Ruthie! Yes, it was lovely...however, my true adventure awaits in Tibet in less than 2 weeks!! Hope you guys are doing well!! xoxoxo
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