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Kiyomizu-dera
Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture, Japan
Kiyomizu-dera is one of Kyoto’s most famous Buddhist temples and one of Japan’s most treasured cultural landmarks.
Founded in 778, the temple is renowned for its large wooden stage that projects from the main hall and offers sweeping views of Kyoto. Its name, meaning “Pure Water Temple,” comes from the nearby Otowa Waterfall, whose spring waters are considered sacred. The temple is dedicated to Kannon, the bodhisattva of compassion, and is part of the UNESCO-listed Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, attracting pilgrims and visitors throughout the year for its spiritual significance, historic architecture, and beautiful seasonal scenery.
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1 Chome-294 Kiyomizu, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0862, Japan
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