Golden Pavilion Temple in Kyoto Japan

Kinkakuji (Temple of the Golden Pavilion)

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Pure Land Paradise drawn by Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. Its famous Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku)—actually a pagoda made to house the sacred relics of the …

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Nov 6, 2024
One of the famed Kyoto Trio of Temples and Shrines, the other two being Kiyomizudera and Fushimi Inari Taisha. Majestic Golden Temple albeit small compared to Kiyomizudera and Fushimi Inari Taisha. … Full review by Daydream46706632994
Nov 5, 2024
A Stunning Gem in Kyoto! My visit to Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion, was an unforgettable experience. The temple is breathtaking, with its top two floors covered in brilliant gold leaf that shimmer… Full review by Dr Bharat P
Nov 5, 2024
We were here on a bus tour so we felt a little rushed hence the 4 star. However, the temple was very beautiful and very well maintained despite the number of people in the site. Full review by Lohla H
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