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Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto

Kyoto, JapanWorld Heritage

Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) — Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto
Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) — Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto · Photo: Nacaru · CC BY-SA 4.0

Why it's famous

17 temples, shrines and gardens — heart of Japanese culture for 1,000 years. UNESCO 1994.

Don't miss
Kinkaku-ji golden pavilion, Fushimi Inari torii, Arashiyama bamboo grove.
Tip
Cherry blossom (Apr) and koyo (Nov) are peak — book hotels 6 months ahead.
Address
Kyoto Prefecture, JapanOpen in Maps
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Source: UNESCO World Heritage List. The selection is by the TripWalkers team; UNESCO does not rank its sites. Opening hours and prices can change; check before you go.