A view of one of the outdoor corridors at Hsi Lai Temple in Hacienda Heights, California. There were so many wonderful things to shoot (don't worry, I won't show them all!). I loved all the colors and intricate details of the architecture. 12/3/20 My website: www.sparhawkphotography.com
Quite a few of you mentioned the temple gates yesterday, and how interesting it must be behind the gates. I decided to share a few more shots from the Hsi Lai Temple. This one is of several different decorative roof lines. The temple complex consists of several buildings, all with great architectural details. It was great fun exploring. 12/1/20 My website: www.sparhawkphotography.com
It was almost 10 years ago that I last visited this beautiful place, the Hsi Lai Temple, in the city of Haciends Heights, California. This is the entry gate of the temple and monastary complex, taken from up the stairs inside, looking back over the gates toward the city. The Hsi Lai Temple is largest Buddhist temple and monastery in North America. It has been in this location for 32 years. The name Hsi Lai means "Coming to the West". It is a beautiful place with great architectural details and has a very sacred feel to it. You are not allowed to take photos in the temple sanctuary, but the rest of the grounds are open to visit and photograph. Once the Covid closure is over, I would love to go back for another visit. 11/30/20 My website: www.sparhawkphotography.com
