The Ginkaku-ji Temple, known as the Silver Pavilion, is a 15th century Zen temple with a sand garden, moss garden, and reflecting pond

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Kyoto: Ginkaku-ji, Philopher's Path and Nanzen-ji Tour

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Ginkakuji, Kyoto

The Ginkaku-ji Temple, known as the Silver Pavilion, is a 15th century Zen temple with a sand garden, moss garden, and reflecting pond.

The Ginkaku-ji Temple, known as the Silver Pavilion, is a 15th century Zen temple with a sand garden, moss garden, and reflecting pond. Silver Pavilion is a misnomer as it does not have any silver elements, though the original plans were for it to be covered in the metal.


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About Ginkakuji

 Kyoto, Japan

Ginkakuji and Nearby Sights on Map

Philosopher's Walk

Honen-in

Honen-in is a Jodoshu temple built in 1680 to honor the priest Honen

Anraku-ji

The Anraku-ji Temple presents a breathtaking sight in cherry blossom season and autumn, which are the only times it is accessible to the public

Shinnyo-do

Shinshōgokuraku-ji

Koun-ji

The Kounji Temple is known for its shakkei gardens which frame the Higashiyama hills

Nyakuoji Shrine

Shorin-in

Sen-oku Hakuko Kan

Yoshida Shrine