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Golden Pavilion

Golden PavilionWhy the Golden Pavilion is special
The building in Kyoto, Japan sits on a serene pond, which reflects the beauty of the Golden Pavilion and forested backdrop. This creates one of the world's loveliest settings.

Golden Pavilion tips and insights
Long-time painting op
Long before the camera was invented, the Golden Pavilion became a prized subject for Japanese artists.

Boost to tourism
The resulting artistic exposure soon lured countless Japanese to visit Kyoto to view the striking Golden Pavilion firsthand. Today, it draws tourists from around the world.

History
A quick overview:
Location in Japan
Golden Pavilion Map
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