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A Century of Progress %u2022 Vintage PostcardsArena SeriesThe Japanese Pavilion, 502A typical example of Japanese architecture. An army of workmen came over from Japan, bringing their own tools and materials to construct these buildings. Here are housed fine examples of Japanese china, cloisonn%u00e9, embroideries, silk work and world-famous Japanese handicraft. A typical Japanese tea garden is one of the features of this unusual display.The Golden Temple of Jehol, 805An exact reproduction of the original which was built in 1767. Dr. Sven Hedin, noted Swedish explorer, acting for Mr. Vincent Bendix, the donor, selected this as the finest existing example of Chinese Lama architecture. It consists of 28,000 pieces put together without the use of nails. Its double decked roof of copper shingles is covered with $25,000 worth of 23-karat gold leaf. On the inside is exhibited bronze and wooden Buddhas, images of numerous other gods and many interesting objects of worship.