The Temple of the Golden Pavilion sits on the edge of a lovely lake. This peaceful residence was built by a shogun as a retirement home.
Kyoto Photo (c) Linda Garrison
Temple of the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, Japan - Kinkaju-ji
Temple of the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, Japan - Kinkaju-ji
A Day Ashore in Kyoto, Japan at Kinkaju-ji or the Temple of the Golden Pavilion
From Linda Garrison, About.com
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