Plan Ahead: Thanks to its scenic setting and status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site (it's part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto), it should come as no surprise that Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a ...

Key Highlight: The temple is very special, serene and a must-see. You'll want to combine a stop here with a visit to the Golden Pavilion since the two sit within walking distance of each other. Every ...

Ryōanji, translated as Peaceful Dragon Temple, is a Zen Temple located in the northwestern part of Kyoto, Japan. This well-known temple was built during the 15th century, and is today best known for ...

Discover Sensō-ji Temple in Asakusa, Tokyo — Japan’s oldest Buddhist temple and one of the most visited cultural landmarks. This aerial view reveals the beauty of its traditional architecture ...

Built in the 10th century, this is the largest temple compound dedicated to Shiva in Indonesia. Rising above the centre of the last of these concentric squares are three temples decorated with reliefs ...