Kiyomizu-dera Temple

"Pilgrims have climbed Higashiyama's cobblestone streets lined with tea shops and craft vendors to this gorgeous mountainside temple for centuries." Full review

"A shrine contains nearly 200 statues of the Buddhist deity Jizo, dressed in bibs by parents who have lost a child. " Full review

"Dedicated to merciful Kannon, Kiyomizu-dera dates back to the 8C, although the current buildings date from the 17C." Full review

"If you only visit one temple in Kyoto, make it this World Heritage behemoth." Full review

"Situated on Otowa Mountain in eastern Kyoto, Kiyomizu Temple wows travelers with its stunning natural scenery, which visitors say is best viewed from the verandah off the temple's main building" Full review

"This is Higashiyama-ku's most famous temple, known throughout Japan for the grand views afforded from its main hall." Full review