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Golden Pavilion

Description: One of the oldest surviving wooden buildings in the world, The Golden Pavilion is located in the northern hills of ... more

Golden Pavilion ... Kyoto. The Yoshimitsu, the third Ashikaga shogun, constructed the pavilion in 1398 as part of a much larger villa complex that combined Heia

Newest Review: ... to know more about the monk and his dreadful deed, a book The Temple of the Golden Pavilion by Yukio Mishima tells the dramatic story of his arson attack. It is possible to go inside the temple, but do check on opening times if you really want to do this. Each floor is in a different style, the first floor The Chamber of Dharma Waters is often described as the Shinden style, it is really ... more

... only a large room surrounded by an open terrace but worth visiting. The second storey is larger and this is called The Tower of Sound Waves and is in the style of a Samurai house. The third storey is Zen style. All these different styles of architect...more

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Golden Pavilion: A Golden Wonder (1093 words)
by - written on 24/11/06 (Very useful, 119 readings)
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KINKAKUJI TEMPLE If you are visiting Kyoto you must visit this magnificent temple, it is simply breathtaking! Set in the northern hills of Kyoto this temple was once part of a larger complex. There are regular bus services from the centre of Kyoto to the temple entrance and from there you walk along a tree lined walkway, the trees almost manicured in appearance, they are so neatly trimmed. Buses go from outside Kyoto station or you can take the train for the short trip, or even take a taxi. Of course there are organised tours you can take too, but I prefer to wander around these places at my leisure and not be herded along with a crowd. That way you ... Read the complete review

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