It is one of the oldest Shinto shrines in Japan, built more than 100
years before Kyoto itself, which it protects from evil influences. One
of the Buddhist temples in Kyoto that is still preserved today, its
construction took more than 30 years. Kyoto is the perfect city for
those who like a slower pace of life. Some of the most important
industries in Kyoto are handicrafts and traditional Japanese customs
such as kimono production and geisha districts.
The city is also famous for its festivals with more than a thousand
years of tradition such as the Gion Matsuri which is still celebrated
today.
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