Monday, May 3, 2010

Golden Week Trip Day 2: Kyoto

Sunday was a day of temple hopping. First up: Kinkakuji.


I thought it looked yellow at first, but it's actually gold plated.


And, of course, we had to commemorate the visit with a yummy bowl of shaved ice! It was a warm day, okay? :D

Next: Ginkakuji - the silver version. There was a really cool sand set-up at the entrance.

Doesn't it look like concrete?! But it's all sand! So smooth!

Finally our last stop was Kyomizudera. After a long bus ride and long hike, we were pretty pooped but happy tourists.
 
 The best way to spread germs: everyone shares the same cups and drinks from the falling water. 
 
But were re-energized after food! Lesson of the day: eat before 7pm because all of the restaurants close early! Unless you want to be stuck with 24/7 conbini food...

Double spoon wielding!

Next post: reunion with former camper and Osaka adventures!

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