There is no place like Kyoto


Kyoto is synonymous with traditional Japan. Having the highest concentration of cultural treasures in the entire country. This historical city is a must-see destination for travelers hoping to get a glimpse of old Japan. Today, Kyoto’s main attractions include countless temples, shrines, gardens and other historical buildings.

Kinkakuji


On the north side of the city, stands one of the most recognizable buildings in Kyoto, Kinkakuji, also called the Golden Pavilion whose top two floors are covered in gold leaf. It is one of the sites that make up Kyoto’s UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Kiyomizudera


Perhaps Kiyomizudera’s most eye-catching feature is the 13m tall wooden stage which projects from the front of the main temple building. At the bottom of the temple grounds runs the Otowa Waterfall whose famously pure waters are split into three streams. Each stream’s water is said to have a different benefit: longevity, success at school and fortune in love.

Fushimi Inari Shrine


Perhaps the most awe-inspiring places to explore in all of the Japan is the Fushimi Inari Shrine. This location is internationally famous for the thousands of vermillion gates which cover the mountain trails behind the main shrine building. Each gate was donated as an offering by an individual or business.

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