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Kinkaku-ji

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Aug 07, 2025 - Aug 08, 2025
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Kinkaku-ji Temple's Golden Beauty

Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is a remarkable temple located in Kyoto, Japan. Originally built in 1397 as a retirement villa for shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, it was transformed into a Zen Buddhist temple after his death.

The temple is renowned for its gold leaf facade, complemented by meticulously landscaped gardens and a reflective pond that enhances its beauty. The original structure was destroyed in 1950 but was meticulously reconstructed in 1955, maintaining its historic design while extending gold-foil coverage to lower floors.

Unforgettable Highlights

  • 🌿 Serene Gardens
  • 🏯 Golden Pavilion Reflection
  • 📜 Historical Significance

Accessibility is paid, making it enjoyable for tourists, families, and historians eager to explore this cultural treasure.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Kinkaku-ji

Shogun's Villa

Kinkaku-ji was originally a retirement villa for the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu.

Fire Incident

In 1950, a monk burned the original building down, leading to its reconstruction.

Literary Inspiration

The temple's story inspired Yukio Mishima's novel, 'The Temple of the Golden Pavilion.'

Location

34 Tenjinnomori Kinugasa Kita

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