Ginkakuji Temple, Kyoto Sightseeing in Japan picture - Ginkakuji Temple (Temple of the Silver Pavilion), constructed by the son of Ashikaga Yoshimitsu who constructed the Golden Pavillion (Kinkakuji Temple) was meant to be covered in silver leaf, however, funding ran out before the work was completed. This view of the temple was taken the morning after a light snowfall. Ginkakuji Temple is famous for it's garden.
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Ginkakuji Temple (Temple of the Silver Pavilion), constructed by the son of Ashikaga Yoshimitsu who constructed the Golden Pavillion (Kinkakuji Temple) was meant to be covered in silver leaf, however, funding ran out before the work was completed. This view of the temple was taken the morning after a light snowfall. Ginkakuji Temple is famous for it's garden.