In the Higashiyama district, there is the Kiyomizudera Temple. This place benefits from a beautiful setting. Indeed, it is located on a hill, and the surrounding landscape is to die for, especially during a walk along the balcony with its reddish wooden columns. The statue of the goddess Kannon, with 11 arms and a thousand ►
In the Higashiyama district, there is the Kiyomizudera Temple. This place benefits from a beautiful setting. Indeed, it is located on a hill, and the surrounding landscape is to die for, especially during a walk along the balcony with its reddish wooden columns. The statue of the goddess Kannon, with 11 arms and a thousand faces, can also be seen. In addition, travelers are invited to drink from one of the three jets of the pond to receive love, abundance and health.
Kinkakuji, known as the Golden Pavilion Temple, is a must-see in Kyoto. The sanctuary is found in a unique region with evergreen forests and lakes, but what makes it so famous is its two fine gold leaf-covered upper floors. However, though it is not allowed to get inside, settling down in the gardens is not forbidden. Also, the Buddha and Yoshimitsu statues can be spotted with open windows. Furthermore, there is a tea house nearby for a tea ceremony.
The Silver Pavilion, or Gingakuki, is just as impressive as the Golden Pavilion. Although the structure is not covered in silver leaf, it has a panache with its Togudo room, white sand garden, and moss garden.
Further on, Kodaiji, in the Gion district, is a must. The site is known for its Zen sand garden, cherry trees, bamboo groves, and ponds, but especially for what is inside. Indeed, tourists can admire the portraits of Kita Mandokoro and her husband, who participated in the wars that unified Japan. Other rooms can also be visited.
While walking around Kyoto, some might see a wooden tower nearly 55 meters away. It is the Toji temple, and it has five floors that open to the Kondo, Kodo, Jikido, and Fear rooms. The first floor is only open for exhibitions.
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