Kyoto
Address:
Kyoto, Kansai, Japan
Category: Town or City
Kyoto, a former capital of Japan, located in the Kansai region, it is famous for its history and culture. Kyoto features 17 World Heritage Sites, 1,600 temples, 400 shrines, many beautiful Japanese gardens and is one of few places where you can still see Geisha walking between traditional tea houses. Some of the top Kyoto attractions include Kinkakuji - Golden Pavilion, Nijo Castle, Kyoto Imperial Palace (Kyoto Gosho) and Heian Jingu Shine.