During my third day in Kyoto I visited Ginkaku-Ji and Eikando Zenrin-Ji Temple.

Ginkaku-Ji (not to be confused with Kinkaku-Ji) is also one of Kyoto’s main attractions. This used to be a villa, and translates as ‘Silver Pavilion,’ but is actually not covered in silver and now it has been converted into a temple.

Once again the garden was breathtaking, with tall pines and a pond in the middle of the temple.

One of my favourite temples is Eikando Zenrin-Ji Temple.

I was at first shocked to find it almost empty, but I really enjoyed that aspects of it as it gave me the chance to really explore and walk and see without feeling rushed, or in someone else’s way.

It was founded in 855 by the priest Shinsho, but the name was changed in the 11th century. It has a beautiful pond with the biggest carp I have ever seen! You will notice the pagoda (Taho-to) in the background of some of the pictures. I really love pagodas. I guess is because I find the architecture so intricate, so I wanted to go take a better look, but I could not for my life find my way up to it! It took me a good 45 minutes of going up and down stairs that would lead to many other places except the pagoda before I actually found it.

Keeping you posted!