Happy to welcome @Monroe Rodriguez to the community. Say hello to the group and level up quickly. Happy to have you with us.

🌸 Welcome to Kyoto, Japan! 🌟 Dive into a city steeped in tradition, from ancient temples to stunning cherry blossoms. #Kyoto #City365 #Japan 🏯🌸 Exploring Kyoto: Japan’s Timeless Cultural Capital Kyoto, the former imperial capital of Japan, is a city that embodies the spirit of traditional Japanese culture. Renowned for its historic temples, beautiful gardens, and vibrant festivals, Kyoto offers a serene and enchanting experience. This guide will take you through the top touring destinations, local favorites, food recommendations, and essential travel tips for an unforgettable visit to Kyoto. Top Touring Destinations: Begin your exploration at the Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion), a stunning Zen Buddhist temple covered in gold leaf. The temple's reflection on the surrounding pond creates a mesmerizing sight, especially in the autumn and winter months. Visit the Fushimi Inari-taisha Shrine, famous for its thousands of red torii gates that form a path up Mount Inari. This shrine is dedicated to Inari, the Shinto god of rice, and offers a picturesque and spiritual hike. Wander through the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where towering bamboo stalks create a tranquil and otherworldly atmosphere. Nearby, you can also explore the Tenryu-ji Temple and its beautiful gardens. Local's Favorites: Experience the Gion District, Kyoto's famous geisha district. Stroll along the historic streets, enjoy traditional tea houses, and if you're lucky, catch a glimpse of geiko (geisha) and maiko (apprentice geisha) in their elegant attire. Visit the Nishiki Market, known as "Kyoto's Kitchen." This bustling market features a wide variety of local delicacies, fresh produce, and traditional crafts. It's a great place to sample Kyoto's unique cuisine. Explore the Philosopher’s Path, a scenic walking trail along a canal lined with cherry trees. During the cherry blossom season (sakura), this path becomes one of the most beautiful spots in Kyoto. Food Recommendations: 1. Kikunoi A Michelin-starred kaiseki (traditional multi-course meal) restaurant that offers an exquisite dining experience, showcasing the best of Kyoto's seasonal ingredients.

Happy to have @Ryan Gooding with us. Introduce yourself by saying hello and tell us about your traveling experience and/or dream destination. 🙏 Welcome.

Welcome to the Tribe @David Meihuizen tells us a bit about yourself. Dream destination, some places you've been and what you'd like to gain from the group. We're happy to have you with us. Get to level 3 ASAP and become eligible to win Vacations and prizes. To your success 🙌

We are interested in hearing what the community has to offer with where you all want to visit this year. Drop a comment and let us know where you'd like to go. 😉 Santa is watching.