About kyoto
The former capital of Japan, famous worldwide for its temples and shrines. Kyoto was the center of politics and culture for 1,100 years.
Known for: 17 UNESCO World Heritages, Temples (Kiyomizu-dera, Kinkaku-ji, Ginkaku-ji, Ninna-ji, Ryoan-ji, Nanzen-ji, Fushimi-Inari ...), Shrines (Kamigamo-jinja, Shimogamo-jinja, Imamiya-jinja, Goryokaku, Yasaka-jinja ...), Castle (Nijo-jo), Gardens, Zen, Geisha (Geiko & Maiko), Handicrafts (Nishijin Textile, Kimono, Dolls ...) , Fashion, Festivals (Gion-matsuri, Aoi-matsuri, Gozan-Jidai-matsuri, Okuribi-matsuri ...), Fine Cuisine (Kyo Kaiseki, Shojin Ryori ...), Sake, Matcha (Green Tea), Amanohashidate (one of Japan's three most celebrated scenic sights), Kyoto International Manga Museum ...
