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Temple perched on a hillside. Entry
is through Teapot Lane, named for
the numerous shops selling Kiyomizu ceramics. Pop into the home of the famed potter Kawai Kanjiro and take in the showcase of his pottery. Or visit the 1001 statues of the Goddess of Mercy at the Sanjusanendo Temple.
North
Two main temples to visit in the northern part of Kyoto, are Daitokuji Temple and Shisendo Temple, both renowned for their landscaped gardens. The former was originally the private retreat of an Edo period poet and scholar, while the latter is reputed for its Zen-style architecture.
West
The prime attraction in western Kyoto is the golden pavilion or Kinkakuji Temple. Visitors swear by the beauty of its reflection in the still waters of the
Kyoto Pond. Other must-sees include Ryoanji Temple, with its unusual
garden of rocks and raked sand which is conducive to contemplation, and Koryuji Temple, with its priceless Buddhist statues including the 7th century Miroku-bosatu famed for its enigmatic smile. Tenryuji, another Gozan temple built in the 19th century, is set in a 14th century Muromachi period garden.
South
There are two temples of consequence down south. The original 8th century Toji Temple was rebuilt in the 17th century and boasts the tallest, five-storey pagoda. The sand-and-stone landscaping of the 13th century Tofukuji Temple is among its many gardens including one of cultivated moss.
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