Monuments In Kyoto

The Japanese wooden architecture, especially the religious ones, the art of the Japanese gardens are all illustrated in this beautiful city but the historic monuments of historic Kyoto have outstanding universal value.

The 17 buildings that are recognized by UNESCO forming the center of Japanese culture:

Kamigamo Shrine, Shimogamo Shrine, Toji Temple, Kiyomizu Temple, Hieizan, Enryakuji Temple, Daigoji Temple, Ninnaji Temple, Byodoin Temple, Ujigami Shrine, Kozanji Temple, Kokedera/Moss Temple, Tenryuji Temple, Kinkakuji Temple/Golden Pavilion, Ginkakuji Temple/Silver Pavilion, Ryoanji Temple, Nishi-Hongwanji Temple and  Nijo Castle.