Cherry blossoms at the the Heian Jingu Shinto shri...Photo by Creative Commons
Sushi made at the cooking class.Photo by Anonymous
Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), KyotoPhoto by JOSE F
Noji Castle, KyotoPhoto by Bao Joseph V, USA
Tenryuji Temple (gardens)Photo by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Traditional Japanese cooking class, Kyoto by Chi K...Photo by Creative Commons
Local laws protect the tame deer of Nara by Justin...Photo by Creative Commons
Tenryuji TemplePhoto by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Entrances to Kofukuji Temple, Nara by Bernard Gagn...Photo by Creative Commons
Mama, I don't like the smell down here!Photo by Edgar R
Kyoto Photo by JOSE F
I like to eat the salted ones.Photo by Edgar R
Kiyomizu Temple, KyotoPhoto by Anonymous
Tenryuji Temple complexPhoto by Krishnan Vaitheeswaran, Australia
Garden in Nijo Castle, sakura petals in the pond, ...Photo by Sue C, Australia
Sakura forms a canopy above the foot path.Photo by Sue C, Australia
Kyoto Photo by JOSE F
This cross section of a roof gives an idea of t...Photo by Donald K
Torii gates at the Fushimi Inari Shrine Photo by Mrs. Ty, Philippines
Spectacular view of the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto.Photo by Jason S, USA
Kyoto
Attractions
Kyoto Attractions: Holy Place
Here's a list of all attractions in Kyoto tagged as 'Holy Place' . Click 'X' to remove this filter and browse all of our top local attractions.
Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji)
The Golden Pavilion, or Kinkaku-ji, is one of the most famous temples in Kyoto, and a major highlight of any visit to the city. The three-story pagoda ... Continue Reading »
Kiyomizu Temple
The Kiyomizu Temple is an ancient institution, dating back to 798 AD and the days of Nara. Its classic design influenced temple architecture for centuries. ... Continue Reading »
Sanjusangen-do Hall
A renowned Buddhist temple, Sanjūsangen-dō Hall is home to 1,001 wooden statues of the 100-armed goddess of mercy, Kannon. The boggling array of statues ... Continue Reading »
Fushimi Inari Shrine
Dedicated to the gods of sake and rice, the Fushimi Inari Shrine is one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan. Five shrines dot the forested temple ... Continue Reading »
Arashiyama Park
For classic Kyoto in a nutshell, head to Arashiyama Park. The perennially popular area is rich in temples and a riot of fall colors in November, with pink ... Continue Reading »
Byodo-in Temple
If you think this classic furled-roof temple looks familiar, take a look at a 10-yen coin, and you’ll see why. One of Japan's most famous temples, and a ... Continue Reading »
Chion-in
The classically curved eaves, ceremonial steps and oversized two-story gateway mark Chion-in Temple as something special, even in temple-filled Kyoto. The ... Continue Reading »
3 Days in Kyoto: Suggested Itineraries Written by Viator
Nara Tours from Kyoto Written by Viator
Leave from Kyoto on a tour of the historic Nara for an afternoon, and visit the Todai-ji Temple, Deer Park and Kasuga Shrine.
