4.5
Buddhist temples & pagodas
Byodoin Temple
Kyoto, Japan
Byodoin Temple, originally built in 998 and transformed into a temple in 1052, stands out with its iconic Phoenix Hall, known for having survived through the ages. This UNESCO World Heritage site is best known for this hall, famously depicted on the 10 yen coin.
Good to know
- Best months
- Apr–May, Oct–Nov
- Dress code
- Cover shoulders and knees
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