Kyoto is the ancient capital of Japan. With picturesque temples, old cobble-stoned streets and the occasional kimono-clad Geisha wandering down the street, it’s a postcard view of Japan.

The temples are certainly a highlight of the city, along with the haunting bamboo grove in Arashiyama and the peaceful public parks. They need no words, the pictures really do tell the story.

Bamboo Groves

Bamboo Groves Exposed

Artists in Arashiyama

Tenryu-Ji Temple

The Streets of Ninenzaka

Nanzeng Ji Temple

Maruyama Park

Kyomizu Dera Temple

Kinkakuji (The Golden Temple)

Words to Live by at Honen In Temple

Ginkakuji (The Silver Temple)

Fushimi Inari Shrine

Chionin Temple