This was the highlight of my trip with Dad. Miyajima is quaint, little island-town with winding, narrow streets, vendors, deer running amuck and, of course, gorgeous shrines and views.
Miyajima is perhaps best known for Itsukushima Shrine, now an UNESCO world heritage site. This shrine was originally built in the 6th century, but was rebuilt as many times as it was destroyed; the last time it was rebuilt was in the 16th century!
While visiting the shrine, there was a traditional-style wedding. Dad was tickled to see everyone in their beautiful kimonos, to hear the music and to watch the ceremony.
Perhaps one of the most well-known views is the torii of the Itsukushima shrine. A torii is an arch which denotes a sacred place. We stayed the night (thankfully), so we had the opportunity to see the torri during high-tide, low-tide, during the evening, the sunset and at night.
Miyajima is perhaps best known for Itsukushima Shrine, now an UNESCO world heritage site. This shrine was originally built in the 6th century, but was rebuilt as many times as it was destroyed; the last time it was rebuilt was in the 16th century! 
While visiting the shrine, there was a traditional-style wedding. Dad was tickled to see everyone in their beautiful kimonos, to hear the music and to watch the ceremony.
Perhaps one of the most well-known views is the torii of the Itsukushima shrine. A torii is an arch which denotes a sacred place. We stayed the night (thankfully), so we had the opportunity to see the torri during high-tide, low-tide, during the evening, the sunset and at night.
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