Perched near the summit of sacred Mount Misen on Miyajima Island, Kiezu-no-hi is a legendary holy fire said to have burned unbroken since the year 806. Lit by Kobo Daishi during his rigorous ascetic training, the flame is preserved within the Reikado Hall and ranks among the Seven Wonders of Misen. Visitors can witness the enduring glow and even sip tea boiled over the sacred cauldron, reputed to heal ailments. The spiritual aura combined with the surrounding ancient mountain landscape makes it a profound pilgrimage highlight.
- Buddhism
- Sacred Sites
- Historic Landmarks
- Spiritual Heritage
- Mount Misen
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