This most-visited temple in Kyoto was built to honor Kannon, the goddess of mercy. It's beautiful hillside location offers spectacular views of the city and valley below.
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#2 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Religious site; Town center/square/plaza; Lookout
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- May 7, 2008 "One of the top 5 places to visit when in Kyoto"
- Apr 9, 2008 "Interesting Streets. Didn't bother going inside the temple"
- Mar 29, 2008 "Tourist Trap"
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#4 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Arashiyama is a small town on the Oi River. Its moon-crossing bridge, Togetsu-kyo, is a beautiful, much-beloved wooden structure. Arishiyama also has Tenryu-ji temple, one of the 14 World Heritage Sites in Kyoto.
Attraction type: Other; Landmark/point of interest
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- Apr 12, 2008 "A scenic journey"
- Oct 29, 2008 "素晴らしい紅葉"
- Oct 29, 2008 "紅葉が綺麗"
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#6 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
The most famous neighborhood in Kyoto is also known as the Geisha district. It is here, among the teahouses and private clubs that you can catch a glimpse of a geisha in full dress including white makeup.
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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- Apr 9, 2008 "Food and Night Life"
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#24 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Neighborhood
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- Feb 3, 2007 "A must visit while in Kyoto."
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#42 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
This enormous central station in Kyoto displays some non-traditional architecture for the region. Rail trains, subway trains and buses all converge on the lower levels, while many shops, restaurants, business offices and a hotel inhabit the 15 plus stories of the high-rise building.
Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest; Other; Architectural building
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- Nov 4, 2008 "Amazing Kyoto Station"
- Aug 21, 2008 "All in one"
- Aug 17, 2008 "A good one-stop stop"
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#44 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Educational site; Historic site; Landmark/point of interest; Other; Religious site
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- Feb 1, 2008 "A Kyoto temple amidst the woods"
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#48 of 74 attractions in Kyoto
Attraction type: Landmark/point of interest
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- Apr 29, 2007 "great place for Geisha/Maiko watching"
large selection of Japanese cuisine.
Attraction type: Town center/square/plaza
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