Matrimandir Gardens

On the Matrimandir Peace area - 2003

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The garden comprises about 4 ½ acres, including a pond of 1 ¾ acres, with islands representing the tortoise and crane, symbols of long life. The original building was burnt down in 1950 and the present one is a faithful reproduction of the graceful six hundred year old hall.

The gilding is a new innovation and condemned by discerning Japanese. The pointed eaves of the roofs of this three-tiered building formed an exciting pattern against the sky, which is reflected in the water of the large lake surrounding it.