Or today better known as Kinkaku-ji temple, what literally means temple of the golden pavilion. Its very relaxing to visit this zen temple even it is one of the most touristic locations in Kyoto. Its history go fully back to the year 1397. And as always in history, building get burned down. This happened in 1950 by a 22 year old monk. And for the people wondering if it is real gold! The answer is, yes. The 2 top levels are fully covered in gold leaf’s.
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