🏯 Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto (Kyoto, Uji and Otsu Cities)
UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing 17 historical temples, shrines, and palaces
📋 Fast Facts
- Inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1994
- 17 components across Kyoto, Uji, and Otsu cities
- Kyoto served as Japan's imperial capital for over 1,000 years (794–1868)
- Spans architectural styles from the 8th to 19th centuries
The Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto comprise 17 historical sites spread across three cities: 13 Buddhist temples and ...