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Kinkaku-ji

Location Kyoto

Zen Buddhist temple featuring a gold-leaf-covered pavilion and historic gardens. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its cultural and architectural significance. Read more…

Opening hours

Monday9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Tags buddhist·place of worship·temple·unesco·zen·zen buddhist·heritage·historical·architecture·garden
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Kinkaku-ji
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The temple is renowned for its three-story pavilion covered in gold leaf, which reflects beautifully in the surrounding pond. Established in 1397, it exemplifies traditional Japanese architecture and Zen Buddhist aesthetics. The site includes carefully maintained historic gardens that complement the pavilion's serene setting. This temple holds UNESCO World Heritage status, highlighting its importance as a cultural and historical monument.

More information and contact

Official website www.jnto.go.jp/eng/location/spot/shritemp/kinkakuji.html
Kinkaku-ji en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kinkaku-ji
Website ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E9%B9%BF%E8%8B%91%E5%AF%BA
Website www.shokoku-ji.jp/kinkakuji/
Phone +81754610013
Address (Unnamed Road), Kyoto, Japan
Coordinates 35°2'22.123" N, 135°43'46.925" E
Instagram rokuonji_kinkakuji
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