Kiyomizu-dera Temple Complex

Kiyomizu-dera Temple is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a Buddhist Temple in Kyoto. The main building is Kiyomizu-dera Temple with its wooden stage, which is supported by 139 pillars. From there are breathtaking views of Kyoto below.

Otowa Waterfall - 3 streams believed to be sacred.

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Otowa Waterfall - 3 streams believed to be sacred.

It is called “Konjiki-sui”, meaning golden water, and “Emmei-sui”, meaning life-prolonging water. Kiyomizudera is one of the few temples where you are allowed to drink the holy water as it is considered pure.

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