26 July 2013

Sea of verdure


Tofukuji Temple is famous for its marvellous autumn foliage as well as its historic assets. When the tress turn red, orange and yellow the wooden bridge will be packed with tourists.

06 July 2013

Aesthetic culture


This picture shows a sliding door (literally made of paper) of Tofukuji Temple which looks really simple but has truly elegance.

02 July 2013

Tranquillity


Tofukuji Temple has many historic structures on its vast area, where we can feel tranquillity for a while.

29 June 2013

Magnificent temple gate


Not being on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Tofukuji Temple is one of the most important temples in Kyoto. The gate of Tofukuji was built in 1425 and is still now truly impressive.

22 June 2013

World Heritage tortoise


These tortoises are attracting thousands of people's attention everyday as they are living in a pond at a World Heritage site - Kiyomizudera.

17 June 2013

Sacred water


There's a very famous waterfall in Kiyomizudera Complex where it is believed you can have your wish granted by drinking its water.

08 June 2013

In harmony with nature


Kiyomizudera [Kiyomizu Temple] is definitely full of cultural heritage. But what I like most about the temple is that it is harmonising very well with nature.

03 June 2013

Packed with tourists


Kiyomizudera [Kiyomizu Temple] is not only one of the most attractive temples in Kyoto but also one of the most famous tourist sites in Japan. This stage is actually a balcony of the temple which provides us with a magnificent view of nature and the city.

31 May 2013

Beautiful gate of Kiyomizudera


Kiyomizudera [Kiyomizu Temple] is a national treasure of Japan and a UNESCO World Heritage site. When you visit Kiyomizudera you are welcomed by this large gate of the temple after a long uphill walk from a nearby station.