Japan attracts many people around the world who loves to tour. Most of the tourists are attracted to Japan's advanced technology. (like me) as well as its beautiful ancient traditions especially temples. These top 5 tourist attractions in Japan that includes temples and palaces can be seen below.
Tokyo Imperial Palace
The Japanese imperial family resides in this palace. It is located on the former site of Edo Castle. Tourists are not allowed in the interior of the palace on January 2 and December 23. Birthday of Emperor held on December 23, while greeting the new year takes place on January 2. During both occasions visitors the chance to see members of the imperial family, because they make several public appearances on a balcony. The palace also acts as a museum to showcase the history of Japan and art, as well as an administrative center. It is surrounded by traditional Japanese gardens are very attractive.
Kiyomizu-Dera Temple
This temple was built at the end of the twenty century, in the year 798. This is one of the most popular temples in Kyoto. Its veranda is supported by wooden columns that are higher than 13 meters. The temple is in harmony with the continuous nature, with an indoor waterfall is fed by rivers from the outside. In the past, people used to jump off the edge of the temple to a wish fulfilled. This exposed them to high risks; in fact, only 85.4 percent of these people came out alive. Nevertheless, these tourists enjoy work, shrines, and talismans on screen without risking their lives. The ground of the temple there are many waterfalls and monuments. Many people fetch water from these falls, because they believe it has therapeutic properties.
Great Buddha of Kamakura
The Great Buddha of Kamakura is a colossal external representation of Amida Buddha, one of Japan's most famous Buddhist figures. Cast in bronze, the Big Buddha is over 13 meters (40 feet) high and weighs about 93 tons. The statue would be built in 1252. Though it was originally located in a small wooden temple, the Grand Buddha is now held in the open air as the original temple was washed away in a tsunami in the 15th century.
Himeji Castle
Most people consider this castle as the best existing architecture Japanese castle. It is located in the center of the city of Himeji. Did you take hours from Tokyo Approximately oven to reach this castle if you travel by bullet train. Its white walls are covered with white plaster that is fire resistant. It has a very effective and complicated defensive design. As a result, it provided protection against the enemies that fall in the feudal period. His strength is portrayed by the fact that survived the bombings of World War II.
Mount Fuji
This volcano is the highest mountain in Japan, and the country Iconof. The best time to visit is during July or August, when the weather is very good, and the slopes of the mountains are warm and welcoming. At the summit, arranged around the central crater is a large collection of shrines. Getting to the top is easier along popular routes such as Gotemba, Fujiomiya and the Kawaguchiko.
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