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Shimogamo Shrine
CultureVisit: ~60 min
Shinto shrine in northern Kyoto, located where the Kamo and Takano rivers meet. Together with Kamigamo Shrine it is one of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto, a World Heritage Site since 1994. It is reached along a long path through the Tadasu no Mori forest, one of the few primeval forests that survive within the city. Its main buildings are painted vermilion.
Add it to your trip on Wanloria →Things to do at Shimogamo Shrine: 2 missions
- Walk through the Tadasu no Mori forestTake the tree-lined path that leads to the shrine and walk it without hurrying.
- Photograph the vermilion tower gateFind the vermilion tower gate in the main area and frame its structure.
Near Shimogamo Shrine
Shōkoku-ji1.1 km awayKyoto Imperial Palace1.8 km awayDaisen-in2.5 km awayHeian Shrine2.6 km awayPhilosopher's Path2.6 km awayGinkaku-ji (Silver Pavilion)2.7 km away
Frequently asked questions
How much time do you need for Shimogamo Shrine?
Allow about 1 h for the visit.
What is there to do at Shimogamo Shrine?
Walk through the Tadasu no Mori forest and Photograph the vermilion tower gate.
What is there to see near Shimogamo Shrine?
Shōkoku-ji (1.1 km), Kyoto Imperial Palace (1.8 km) and Daisen-in (2.5 km).
Source: Wikipedia