Phoenixes removed for repairs

Phoenixes removed for repairs

KYOTO, Japan - The two phoenix figures are removed from the roof of Phoenix Hall of Byodo-in temple for repairs of the building in Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, on Nov. 16, 2012.

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