Shrine Stories: The Ray of Light

Shrine of Remembrance by Shrine of Remembrance

Nov 3, 202416:43Society & Culture

In this episode, we delve into the fascinating history of the Shrine's Ray of Light. This feature was meticulously calculated so at 11am on November 11, a beam of sunlight would shine through a hole in the Shrine's roof...

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