| Page Views: 3,386 Last Visit to Kyoto: April, 2002 | KYOTO - AN ANCIENT CITY by Adeline_Foo - last update: Sep 8, 2002 |
Ancient Kyoto was the imperial capital of Japan for over a thousand years. Enfolded by scenic hills to the north, west and east, which the founding Emperor Kammu described as a 'natural fortress', the city reigned from 794 to 1868 as the cultural and artistic center of the nation.
The more than 1,600 Buddhist temples and 270 Shinto shrines attest to its importance as a religious focal point, while the impressive Imperial Palace and two jewel-like Imperial Villas set in the ledendary gardens are reminiscent of the aesthetic splendor of the city's once-pivotal role.
Kyoto, originally called Heiankyo (Capital of Peace) doesn't live only in the past. The 7th largest city in Japan with a population of 1.4 million, it has kept pace with the modern world.
Above is a picture of Kyoto City at night with the Kyoto Tower in sight |
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zizkov Thu Sep 28, 2006 04:39 UTC
Enjoyed your pics, especially of the cherry blossoms - I felt harmonised just by seeing them ;-) | Wild_Orchid Tue Sep 28, 2004 04:15 UTC
beautiful pictures, lovely tips. thanks for sharing. | Vcela Sun Jul 11, 2004 14:41 UTC
Really enjoyable reading and super photos! | CliffClaven Thu Jun 17, 2004 10:33 UTC
Sushi and cherry blossom |
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