Kinkaku-ji: Kyoto’s Golden Jewel Reflected in Still Waters

Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Golden Pavilion, is one of Kyoto’s most iconic and mesmerizing sites. The top two floors of the temple are covered in gold leaf, shimmering brilliantly against the surrounding pond and peaceful garden. It is especially stunning on a clear day when the reflection in the water creates a mirror-like illusion. While you cannot enter the temple, the view from the garden path is more than enough to leave you in awe. A place where history, beauty, and serenity meet, unmissable on any trip to Kyoto!