Chion-in temple (Kyoto)

Japan / Kyoto / Kyoto / Rinka-cho, 400
 temple, buddhist temple

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One of Kyoto's many famous temples and the headquarters of Pure Land Buddhism. It has the largest front gate in Japan, and a giant bell that is rung 108 times every New Year's Eve.

Official website: www.chion-in.or.jp/e/
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Coordinates:   35°0'19"N   135°47'0"E

Comments

  • There is also an interesting garden in the backyard.
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