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5 Must-Visit Temples and Shrines in Kyoto

Standing testament to Japan’s rich spiritual heritage, the temples and shrines in Kyoto offer plenty to discover and experience. These sacred sites, collectively provide insights into centuries-old traditions and draw visitors from around the world seeking solace, enlightenment, and a deeper connection with the nation’s past. When visiting Kyoto, hotels in the city centre near historical attractions like Nijō Castle make an ideal base to visit these sites including Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines. These include properties like Park Hotel Kyoto from which you can plan trips to Kinkakuji Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site as well as Fushimi Inari Shrine with its iconic orange torii gates. Each of them tells a unique story, weaving together history, architecture, natural beauty, and reverence for the divine.

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. Fushimi Inari Shrine

. Fushimi Inari Shrine
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Yasaka Shrine

Yasaka Shrine
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Kinkaku-Ji Temple

Kinkaku-Ji Temple
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Kiyomizu-Dera Temple

Kiyomizu-Dera Temple
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Nanzenji Temple

Nanzenji Temple
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