While both places were nice, I really liked Ryoanji. The gardens were beautiful and it was so peaceful.
Ryoanji
This is part of the rock garden at Ryoanji. It was said to be built during the 1400s. The garden consists of raked gravel and 15 moss-covered boulders, which are placed so that, when looking at the garden from any angle (other than from above) only 14 of the boulders are visible at one time. It is traditionally said that only through attaining enlightenment would one be able to view the 15th boulder. Needless to say I only saw 14.
Kinkakuyi
People would throw coin and try to get them in the pot.
You can buy a "temple" book and have them "signed" at various temples throughout Japan. I decided to try and get each temple that I visit signed as something cultural to take home with me when our experience here is over.There are many more pictures here.
6 comments:
Aah! Beautiful Kyoto! I went there for the second time earlier this year, and I can't wait to go again!
Beautiful!!
Oh how I love Kyoto. I got one of those temple books and will one day get the calligraphy pieces framed together.
Alexis -
Your pictures are beautiful and it seems as if you all are really getting a lot out of your time there. I'm so happy for your family and how this will undoubtedly grow you all!
All the best,
Madison
It's been so long since I've visited you!
I've missed your posts!
Love the pictures, as always.
You will have to let us know if you ever see that 15th boulder!
Wow what a beautiful place.
You are so lucky to live in an area with so much to see! Fabulous pictures :)
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