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Kiyomizu Temple means Pure Water Temple. One of the oldest temples in Japan, it is now being listed under UNESCO World Heritage Site in year 1994. It was destroyed many times and thus, throughout its 12 centuries of history, has been rebuilt many times.
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Kiyomizu Temple means Pure Water Temple. One of the oldest temples in Japan, it is now being listed under UNESCO World Heritage Site in year 1994. It was destroyed many times and thus, throughout its 12 centuries of history, has been rebuilt many times.
The main attraction in this temple is its wooden terrace. This is also one of the most popular scene on Kyoto postcards. From this terrace, you are able to get ... ...the god of love. In Kiyomizu temple, you are able to buy 'omamori', which is a Japanese amulet. They will bring good luck to the bearer and there are many different types of 'omamori', such as for studies, for family, for love or even road safety. It costs 500 Yen for one 'omamori' when I bought mine.
Kiyomizudera can be reached from Kyoto Station in about 15 minutes by bus. Take bus number 100 or 206 and get off at Kiyomizu-michi ... more
You probably know that Kyoto is famous for its shrines and temples. It is also one of the cities listed under World Heritage Site.
Kiyomizu Temple means Pure Water Temple. One of the oldest temples in Japan, it is now being listed under UNESCO World Heritage Site in year 1994. It was destroyed many times and thus, throughout its 12 centuries of history, has been rebuilt many times.
The main attraction in this temple is its wooden terrace. This is also one of the most popular scene on Kyoto postcards. From this terrace, you are able to get a nice view of Kyoto city. On this terrace, there is a Japanese saying, 'jump off the stage at Kiyomizu', which is equivalent to the English expression of 'to take the plunge'. It is said that if one were to survive jumping from this terrace, his wish would come true.
Below the terrace, you can taste the spring water, which gives the temple its name and which is said to have healing power. On busy Sunday afternoons, there will be a long queue.
There are several other shrines in this temple such as the shrine dedicated to the god of love. In Kiyomizu temple, you are able to buy 'omamori', which is a Japanese amulet. They will bring good luck to the bearer and there are many different types of 'omamori', such as for studies, for family, for love or even road safety. It costs 500 Yen for one 'omamori' when I bought mine.
Kiyomizudera can be reached from Kyoto Station in about 15 minutes by bus. Take bus number 100 or 206 and get off at Kiyomizu-michi or Gojo-zaka, from where it is a 10-15 minute uphill walk to the temple.
Before you get to the temple, you can first take a walk around Ninen-zaka and Sannen Zaka. These are the shopping streets that lead up to Kiyomizu temple. Past the souvenir shops, you will then see the main gate of the temple.
Admission: 300 Yen Open: Daily 6:00 to 18:00 (regular hours)
Advantages: Beautiful, good views, cheap. Disadvantages: A steep climb from the centre of the city.
Kiyomizu Temple is one of the most famous temples in Kyoto and a beautiful site with brilliant views over the rest of the city. It is dedicated to the Goddess of Mercy (Kannon) and named after the clear natural spring that allegedly offers wisdom, health and hapiness if you sip from its three spouts. The main temple is on a huge high platform that was once used for performances and is famous as the origin of a well known folk tale about the ten thoughts ... ...death. It is a great place to go if you want to see Geisha as they tend to pray their - especially in the first 3 days of January.
It is one of the cheapest temples to visit at a cost of only 300yen all in (most temples charge additional fees for every building inside the compound). You can also act like a local and go in the exit which is a bit cheeky but allows you to access all the site except for the main temple building.
The temple is on a ...
oblivionjapan 27.04.2007
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