Location: Western Kyoto
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10 Historic Sites in Western Kyoto That You Shouldn't Miss
The shrines and temples of Kyoto offer a rare link between modern life in the city and its very ancient past. The Shimogamo Shrine dates to the 6th century and seems suspended in time, its serenity and spiritual power still palpable. Visit Fushimi Inari Shrine, then see the life-sized Thousand Armed Kannon statues of Sanjūsangen-dō. Enjoy traditional geisha performances, then savor a tranquil meal at a restaurant overlooking the Kamo River.
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1. Koryu-ji Temple
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4.5 based on 187 reviews
Founded in 622, the temple houses impressive Buddhist statues, possibly from the 6th or 7th century.
2. Daikaku-ji Temple
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4.5 based on 371 reviews
Reviewed By poh3 - Singapore, Singapore
If you hate crowds but love the architecture and grounds of Japanese temples, spend the morning of one Kyoto day here. This is not to be missed. As an imperial villa of Emperor Saga during the Heian Period, this temple is huge with ornate interior doors yet with the austerity of a religious location. The gardens on the property are large, along with a large pond in the back that has three islands in it. It is a great place to wander, soak in the tranquil and lush atmosphere and relax. The temple is a no-shoes zone. Plastic bags will be provided for you to carry your shoes around or leave them at the entrance of the temple. There is also a treasure hall that is open sometimes where you can look at historical artifacts and holy relics and statues of Buddhist deities for a fee. Another bonus I found was that part of the money offerings made will go to an international nature charity. It was unexpected as one would expect the temple to absorb the funds for the upkeep of the grounds and building as well as the services carried out, so it was a pleasant discovery.
3. Sagano
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4.5 based on 759 reviews
Reviewed By badmintontim - Hastings, United Kingdom
We were very lucky here as we made sure that we arrived there early and on doing so we missed the crowds of people that descended upon us as we were leaving each spot It is a nice walk to go from attraction to attraction and I liked the bamboo forest a lot as it was quiet and peaceful - just relaxing
4. Hebizuka Tomb
5. Saga Toriimoto Traditional Buildings Preservation Area
6. Hokyoin
7. Kogenji Temple
8. Tenkyu-in Temple
9. Kogozuka
10. Minamotono Toruko Seikakan Monument
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