Kyoto .. the city of geisha and the cultural capital of Japan

Arabiaweather.com - Ismail Qasimi - Geisha are not prostitutes as some believe, but rather an important cultural phenomenon in Japan , especially in its beautiful ancient capital "Kyoto", which is worth visiting more than any other region in Japan.

The city of Kyoto is located in the south of the Japanese island of Honshu, close to the city of Osaka, and in turn it is considered one of the oldest Japanese cities as it was the imperial capital for more than a thousand years after it was founded by Emperor Kamo and was known as the capital of peace.

Gion is the oldest district in Kyoto and is characterized by narrow, winding alleys, traditional Japanese homes, a cultural hotspot with kimono-clad geisha, shopping opportunities and always traditional restaurants.

The city has more than two thousand cultural and religious monuments that vary between temples, shrines, and palaces such as the golden pavilion, the silver pavilion, and Fushimi Inari Temple, which is one of the most famous tourist attractions in all of Japan, not only in Kyoto, and is located within walking distance of Mount Inari.

There is the Tenryuji Temple, which attracts thousands of tourists, especially since it provides a beautiful view of the city. In the city center, there is the Kiyomizu Temple, among the markets and narrow alleys.

Among the palaces and other historical monuments there is the imperial city of Katsura, Nijo Palace and a number of museums scattered around, in addition to Kyoto University, which was established in 1897.

One of the most important natural attractions that you should visit is the bamboo forests, which is a wonderful place for travelers to take the most beautiful photographs, and everywhere in Kyoto you can get wonderful pictures during the autumn season .

There are many accommodation options that you can find in Kyoto, but nothing is more wonderful than embracing the traditional Japanese culture and staying in a Japanese inn to learn more about the authentic customs and traditions, such as the kimono that is presented to you as a cultural symbol of the country.

As for shopping within the city, it is one of the many activities that are indispensable in Japan, and Shijo Street, which is located in the heart of Kyoto, is considered a paradise for shoppers, as you find the most famous brands and shops, and near it you can reach Nishiki Market, which is full of small restaurants.