Daitoku-ji

大徳寺

temple in Kyoto

#52 in Kyoto / #221 in Japan

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Daitoku-ji is a renowned Rinzai Zen Buddhist temple complex located in the Kita Ward of Kyoto, Japan. Established in 1319, it is one of the most significant Zen temples in Kyoto and is known for its profound historical, cultural, and architectural significance. The complex consists of numerous sub-temples, each with its own unique gardens, tea houses, and artifacts. Daitoku-ji is particularly famous for its beautiful Zen gardens and its association with the tea master Sen no Rikyū. It serves not only as a place of worship but also as a center for Zen practice and learning.

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