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White Snakes of Iwakuni

Yamaguchi · Iwakuni · Contemporary Art

Japanese name: 岩国の白蛇と信仰の造形

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WHAT TO DOWhite Snakes of Iwakuni

A population of white rat snakes bred here; the animal itself is both a natural monument and an object of worship.

WHEREYamaguchi

East · Iwakuni

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A population of white rat snakes bred here; the animal itself is both a natural monument and an object of worship.

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Founded / opened:Edo period Highlights / collection:White snake designated a Natural Monument, Creatures that became objects of worship Genre:Outdoor art and land art

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