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Ryoanji is a Zen temple in northwestern Kyoto.
The temple's main attraction is its rock garden, the most famous of its kind in Japan. The simple Zen garden consist of nothing but rocks, moss and neatly raked gravel. The meaning of the garden's arrangement is unknown and up to each visitor's interpretation.
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Construction Notice: Ryoanji is currently being renovated until February 2010. The temple will remain open and the garden viewable during the renovation period, except between January 5 and February 25, 2010, when the temple will be closed. Note however, that scaffolding and possible noise will impact the visit.
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Before renovation
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During renovation (October 23, 2009)
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Hours and Fees
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| Hours: | 8:00 to 17:00 (8:30 to 16:30 from December through February) | | Closed: | No closing dates (January 5 to February 25, 2010 for renovation) | | Admission: | 500 yen |
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Popularity of Ryoanji Temple:
Users who have been to Kyoto: 1925
Users who have been to Ryoanji Temple: 4829th of 46 most visited sights in Kyoto. 39th of 554 most visited sights nationwide.
Ratings for Ryoanji Temple:
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