Temple of the Golden Pavilion (Kinkaku-ji)

Kinkaku-ji is a Zen Buddhist Temple in Kyoto. Its top two floors are completely covered in gold leaf. This was formerly a villa known as Rokuonji which was in 1408 after the death of the owner Ashikaga Yoshimitsu, converted to a Zen Temple.

During its history the temple burned down several times, and the present structure was rebuilt in 1955. Although the temple has several valuable and interesting statues, the inside of the temple is closed for the public. Visitors can enjoy in the view on the Temple from its beautiful garden where one can also sit in the Sekkatei Teahouse. There is also Fudo Hall which houses a statue of Fudo Myoo, the protector of Buddhism and one of the Five Wisdom Kings.