Kyoto Prefecture Landmarks
(Japan)
The landmarks listed below are located in Kyoto Prefecture in Japan.
Kinkaku-ji: Temple of the Golden Pavilion
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 603-8361, JapanKinkaku-ji is a Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto, Japan. The garden complex is an excellent example of Muromachi period garden design. The Golden Pavilion is one of the most popular buildings in Japan, attracting a large number of visitors annually.top
Kyoto Imperial Palace
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, 602-0881, JapanThe Kyoto Imperial Palace is the former ruling palace of the Emperor of Japan. Today the grounds are open to the public, and the Imperial Household Agency hosts public tours of the buildings several times a day.top