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Heian-jingū Shrine
Sight4.4 · 16 2224.2 · 1 262≈ 1 h 8 minFree entry1.4 km from the center
Heian Jingu Shrine in Kyoto was built in 1895 to mark the 1,100th anniversary of the founding of the ancient capital Heian-kyo. Its architecture is a partial scale replica of the 8th-century Imperial Palace, featuring striking vermilion pillars and emerald-green tiled roofs. Approaches are framed by a massive 24-metre torii gate. Behind the main halls lies the Shin-en garden, celebrated for its ponds and weeping cherry blossoms.
Highlights
- Colossal 24-metre-tall vermilion torii gateway
- Architecture replicating the 8th-century Imperial Palace
- Traditional Shin-en stroll garden with Taiheikaku bridge
- Spectacular weeping cherry blossoms around the ponds
Opening hours
| Mon | 06:00 – 17:00 |
|---|---|
| Tue | 06:00 – 17:00 |
| Wed | 06:00 – 17:00 |
| Thu | 06:00 – 17:00 |
| Fri | 06:00 – 17:00 |
| Sat | 06:00 – 17:00 |
| Sun | 06:00 – 17:00 |
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