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We booked in advance and were provided free of charge with a guided tour, with audio, of this beautiful and hostoric location
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We booked in advance and were provided free of charge with a guided tour, with audio, of this beautiful and hostoric location
Beautiful! The classic traditional amazingly thick thatched roof, beautifully proportioned and detailed timber buildings. The ultimate in traditional Japanese architecture. Set in lavish and manicured gardens.
Lucky us, we caught the Cherry Blossoms in full bloom. So beautiful to see the patches of pink exploding throughout the city.
A stunning cultural treasure — The palace is built within rammed-earth walls (tsuijibei) and has served as the imperial residence for more than 500 years! Centuries of architectural transitions can be observed through the several distinctive buildings inside the complex including the Okurumayose, Shodaibu-no-Ma, Shinmikurumayose, Shishinden, Seiryoden, Kogosho,Oikeniwa, Ogakumonjo, Otsunegoten, Gonaitei, Kogogu Tsunegoten, higyosha, Genkimon Gate, Sakuheimon Gate, Wakamiya/Himemiya Goten. Apparently, November is the only month open to visitors, hence extremely crowded.
Lovely park, very big and peaceful. Not really what I would think of when I hear 'palace', but still worth a visit.