Kamigamo Shrine
賀茂別雷神社
Kamigamo Shrine is a UNESCO site in Kyoto, home to a major festival and ancient architecture.
What it is
- Ancient Shinto shrine in Kyoto, also called Kamigamo Jinja.
- Dedicated to the deity Kamo Wakeikazuchi no Okami.
- Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- One of the twenty-two shrines of ancient Kyoto.
What to see
- Main hall and sub-hall, rebuilt in 1863.
- Many buildings constructed or rebuilt in 1628.
When to go
- Kamo Festival (Aoi Matsuri) is held on May 15.
Notes written by Japan Gems from facts in Japanese Wikipedia.
Where it is
京都府京都市北区上賀茂本山339 Open in Google Maps
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