祇園祭山鉾The large floats that form the center piece of Kyoto's Gion Matsuri (Festival) are seen here.
Above right is a shot taken the night before, at the city's Yoiyama Festival.
On that night, the floats are put out on display around the center of the city.
They are festooned with lanterns and a sight to behold.
Revelers can walk right up to the floats, examine the tapestries, wood work, and take photos.
The following morning, July 17, the same floats are pulled around a pre-set route.
Crowds line the sidewalks so getting within range of the floats is close to impossible.
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