Kinkaku: A Golden Symphony of History and Beauty The Golden Pavilion, or Kinkaku, situated in the Rokuon-ji Temple complex, is not just a picturesque landmark but a living testament to history, earning the esteemed status of a World Heritage Site. Functioning as a Shariden, Kinkaku holds relics of the Buddha, infusing the surroundings with a … Continue reading [Kyoto] Kinkaku-ji (金閣寺): A Zen Buddhist Temple of Golden Pavilion in Northern Kyoto