Kiyomizu-dera is the most well known sightseeing spot in Kyoto. it is a part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, UNESCO World Heritage site. This place as we know as considered a temple that is not only famous at the provincial level But is still a temple that can be said that the most famous in Japan is not wrong at all Because the temple has beautiful ancient architecture that is stunning and UNESCO has recorded it as a UNESCO world heritage sites. The name is derived from the temple that was built in 780 and the natural water from the Otowa Waterfall flows through the temple itself. The spot that is considered a tourist highlight of this place is probably not out of reach.
The large wooden building that is just amazing is already being built. Because all of this creation doesn’t use any nails at all Considered as the wisdom of the ancient people The pillars of the building are up to 13 meters from the ground. And the hall was built to protrude outside, making this area a beautiful viewpoint You can see Kyoto in different seasons. And is also a popular spot for viewing cherry blossoms and the famous red leaves of Kyoto.
When talking about the various parts of the temple, there are 9 main buildings. From January 2017 has been gradually restored to renovate the main building in many parts. And will be scheduled for completion by 2020. The temple will renovate and repair these buildings one by one And now Okunoin Hall, Amida Hall and Shaka Hall are undergoing restoration. There is also a 3-story pagoda at the entrance which is preparing to improve as well. Anyone who has gone to this section and would like to see many parts in full may be disappointed. But the rest that is still open for viewing is equally beautiful. Believe that the beauty of the place is architecture including the view that can touch each other will not spoil the enjoyment of the course.
Address: 294 Kiyomizu 1-chome, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto
Website: http://www.kiyomizudera.or.jp/en/
Admission fees: Adults 300 yen, Elementary and junior high school students 200 yen
Opening hours: 6:00 – 18:00 hrs.
Closed day: None
How to get there:
By Train
- About 20 minutes on foot from Kiyomizu-Gojo Station [Keihan Railway Line]
By Bus:
- Nearest Station: Gojozaka bus stop
- Walk for 10-15 minutes from the Gojo-zaka bus stop or the bus stop Kiyomizu-michi [Bus number 100, 206]
