Ninna-ji Temple Complex

Once in Kyoto, it is impossible not to visit the famous temple complex Ninna-ji, professing the Shingon-shū Buddhist school. This complex of unique buildings perfectly demonstrates the depth of Chinese culture, with its traditional pagodas and unusually beautiful gardens.

The foundation of the future temple was laid in 888 - then it served as the home of the Emperor Uda. A few centuries later, the temple suffered misfortune - in 1467 during the war it was almost completely destroyed by fire. Ninna-ji was not restored until 150 years later.

The main attraction of Ninna-ji is undoubtedly a five-tiered pagoda. You can find it in the northern part of the complex.