Pink Lotus

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This lovely pink lotus was in water in a huge pot at the front door of a hotel in Irago, Japan by the sea. The pink lotus is considered by Buddhists as the "supreme lotus"; lotus flowers are the symbol of purity.

I got a shot of the lotus seeds in the pod as well as this almost perfect bud. 

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Harvee said…
This was taken on recent visit to Aichi province, Japan.
August 24, 2013 at 5:07 PM
Unknown said…
I love the 'viewpoint' of the oriental gardens as they know how to 'stage' each plant to its advantage.
August 25, 2013 at 10:46 AM
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