Kyoto, in Pictures

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Spirituality 

I felt a deep sense of calm in Kyoto. It is similar, for me, to standing in front of the sea. Something so big, yet so enveloping and inclusive.


For an authentic experience, Kyoto has many Kimono rental shops. Note for my next visit!

The Kinkaku-ji, or Golden Temple was awe-inspiring and intimidating at once. 

serenity

The intricate beauty of each shrine and temple creates snap shot images in your mind that are ever-lasting. 

A mother and her daughters gaze out at the Golden Temple.

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beauty

In Kyoto there is beauty in nature, in structures and in humanity.


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indulgence

The Four Seasons Kyoto is built around an 800-year old ikeniwa, or pond garden, filled with birds, fish and turtles. 

 

i had the feeling in kyoto of electricity, mixed with calm...

Kyoto holds a special place in my head and heart. There was a consciousness and a sensitivity there that I have not experienced before.

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