Saihō-ji is a Rinzai Zen Buddhist temple in Kyoto. The temple is famed for its moss garden. In 1994, Saihō-ji was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto. The famous moss garden of Saihō-ji is situated on the eastern temple grounds. Located in a grove, the garden is arranged as a circular promenade centered on Golden Pond. Over 120 types of moss are present in the two-tiered garden, resembling a beautiful green carpet with many subtle shades.
Unesco: Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto (Kyoto, Uji and Otsu Cities)
RR: RR Francophone
Date: Sept 8
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