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The Golden Temple in Kyoto
Kinkakuji-ji is said to be second only to Mount Fuji as Japan’s most famous sight. As you can see it is famous for its gold-covered main hall which seems to float over its surrounding pond with a beautiful gold reflection.
Again this was another place in Kyoto that attracts many visitors so best to visit early in the morning or late afternoon just before closing time.
It was originally constructed in 1397 as a retirement villa and later converted into a temple.
The three storey pavilion is covered in bright gold leaf and features a bronze phoenix on top of the roof. As I previously mentioned there is a mirror like reflection of the temple in the Kyo-ko pond which is extremely photogenic.
The temple was burnt to the ground in 1950 by a monk who was said to be obsessed with the temple and five years later a full reconstruction was completed which followed the original design exactly but the gold leaf was not extended to the lower floors of the temple – not exactly sure why – cost perhaps!! Definitely worth a visit whilst in Kyoto.
carentaylor said:
It’s certainly a very impressive building in a beautiful location. Lovely Pictures Sue, the depth of reflection seems to convey how still and peaceful the area is when no one is around 🙂
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vinneve said:
My fave colour 🙂 it blends with the surroundings, nice shots!
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Arcane Owl said:
Beautiful pictures, Sue! Looks solemn and serene.
Have a great day!
Arcane owl
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Little Miss Traveller said:
It’s so beautiful Sue, definitely one for me to visit in the future!
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feralc4t said:
Ok, you convinced me, i gotta go there. Stunning..
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sileas said:
By far this is my favourite temple! Were you there during summer? It looks so different from when I was there in winter!
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you very much Caren.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you Vinne.
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carentaylor said:
🙂
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sim1jr said:
Your photos are beautiful of this famous temple. I did not know it had been torched by an obsessed monk however! Although fully reconstructed, the original would have been so incredible to see rather than it’s replica. This temple will definitely be on my itinerary which is getting larger with each of your blogs on Kyoto!
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you very much for your lovely compliment. Very much appreciated.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Good to hear. I think you will love it there.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Ha ha. Thank you kindly!!!
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
I loved it too. Was there in spring so I am sure in winter it would definitely look completely different.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thanks Simone. A definite must during your visit to Kyoto.
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Arcane Owl said:
Most welcome 🙂
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feralc4t said:
I almost went to Kobe through work some #@ years ago. Always a regret that the slimey miserable creatures changed their minds at the last moment 😦
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Bulldog Travels said:
Beautiful! The architecture and garden are perfection.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Thank you for stopping by. I totally agree with you.
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Vicky T. said:
What an interesting temple. It’s covered in gold?! It must’ve been an impressive sight
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Amy said:
Beautiful captures of the Golden Temple, Sue! Hope to see it in the near future.
Enjoy your travel series. 🙂
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
It definitely was Vicky. One of those structures you are amazed by.
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panhirsch said:
Those temples are a perfect travel combo. I love sightseeing, my wife loves nature. Here we’ve got both!
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sidran said:
Absolute Zen.Hope to see it some day.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
Great to hear. Nature and sightseeing a perfect fit.
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SueT唐 梦 琇 said:
So lovely to see and I hope you get to see it too. Thanks so much for taking the time to comment.
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