Autumnal Radiance at Ginkakuji (銀閣寺; YouTube link)
Situated at the terminus of the Philosopher’s Path, also known as “Along the Old Canal,” the Ginkakuji Temple, marks the end of the trail that originates from Nanzenji Temple. The pavilion’s name, which translates to Silver Pavilion (銀閣寺⭐⭐), sets it apart from the Kinkakuji or Golden Pavilion (金閣寺), despite the Silver Pavilion’s design being a homage to the latter.
Ginkakuji unfolds as you walk a circular path around its grounds. First, you'll encounter the Silver Pavilion itself, followed by several other temple buildings. As you continue, a beautiful moss garden will greet you, and finally, a unique dry sand garden will come into view. Throughout this calming journey, you'll be rewarded with captivating views of the gardens, the temple structures, and even a glimpse of Kyoto City itself.
Ginkakuji Temple
Instead of taking the Philosopher's Path, I explored a different route to Ginkakuji Temple on November 28th, 2016. Arriving at Demachiyanagi Station (出町柳駅), I embarked on a walk eastward along Imadegawa Dori. The journey offered a chance to visit Kyoto University and Yoshida Hill before reaching the serene Ginkakuji Temple.
Two-Stored Silver Pavilion
Sand Garden
Waterfall
Bridge View
Temple Compound Viewed from Hillside
Kyoto City View
Moss Garden Covered with Leaves
References
- Kyoto Walks
- Ginkakuji (Silver Pavilion)
- Kyoto Travel—Philosopher's Path (Along the Old Canal)
- Japan Travel: Eating in Nara (奈良)
- Japan: Temple Lodging at Mount Koya (or Koyasan 高野山)
- Temple Lodging in Koyasan—Personal Experience
- Visiting Arashiyama (嵐山) in Kyoto—Personal Experience
- Visiting Ohara in Kyoto—Personal Experience
- Visiting Nigatsudo Hall (二月堂) in Nara—Personal Experience
- Visiting Yoshiki-en Garden (吉城園 / よしきえん) in Nara—Personal Experience
- Visiting Fushimi Inari Taisha (伏見稲荷大社)—Personal Experience
- Travel: How to Ride a Train in Japan
- Japan Travel — How to Ride a Bus in Kyoto Area
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