Yoshimine-dera, Kyoto

Name: Yoshimine-dera
Address: Kyoto, Japan

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Yoshimine-dera is a temple of the Tendai school of Buddhism in the western ward of Nishikyō-ku, in Kyoto. It is built on the western hills overlooking the city. ()

Local name: 善峯寺 Completed: 1029 (995 years ago)Coordinates: 34°56'17"N, 135°38'42"E

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Nearby attractions include: Katsura Imperial Villa, Matsunoo Taisha, Saihō-ji, Minase Shrine.

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Neighbourhood
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