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Mount Hiei, Kyoto

4.4

#3 of 20 in Nature in Kyoto

Mountain · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park

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By Erkki N

Mt. Hiei is somewhat famous in local lore and religion and offers the visitors views not only to Kyoto valley, but also to the Biwa lake. The ascend to the summit takes place in two parts, a...

Mt. Hiei is somewhat famous in local lore and religion and offers the visitors views not only to Kyoto valley, but also to the Biwa lake. The ascend to the summit takes place in two parts, a... more »
By audreevisits

The most peaceful place on earth, incredible views of the lake- silencence can be found here- trails are magical, through the Zen Buddhist temples, the forest of ancient cedars and the green moss and.... more

The most peaceful place on earth, incredible views of the lake- silencence can be found here- trails are magical, through the Zen Buddhist temples, the forest of ancient cedars and the green moss and.... more »

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By Cristiano Rossignoli

Panorama is great and the temple is beautiful. The cable car and the other transports are expensive. Overall it is a nice place worth for a visit!

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By tak monmon

Coming here once in a year. Legendary place for us.

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