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Kyoto's essence unveiled through enlightening pedestrian paths.
If the cobbled streets and hidden alleys of Kyoto beckon you, "Exploring Kyoto: On Foot in the Ancient Capital" could be your perfect travel companion. Imagine yourself meandering alongside ancient shrines and through vibrant cultural festivities, armed not just with direction but with insights that make each step a discovery. Judith Clancy bridges the role of a tour guide and a local friend, ensuring your journey on foot is as enlightening as it is enchanting.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9781933330648
Authors:
Judith Clancy
Publisher: Stone Bridge Press
Date of Publication: 2008-04-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.98
(rated by 49 readers)
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"Exploring Kyoto by long-term resident Judith Clancy is an excellent guide to exploring Kyoto on foot." —Lonely Planet Japan Among the world’s most cherished ancient cities, Kyoto, Japan, is perfect for exploring on foot. Richly detailed and small enough to fit in a jacket pocket, Exploring Kyoto is an essential guide to becoming an enlightened pedestrian in the area once known as Yamashiro (“the back of the mountains”). Thoroughly revised and updated, this edition of Exploring Kyoto offers two new routes and spans a spectrum of geographical and cultural topography, from bustling downtown quarters to remote mountaintops, hip eateries to ancient shrines. Included are: •Thirty explorations, including the well-known—Mt. Hiei, Arashiyama, Heian Shrine, Ryoanji, Philosopher’s Walk—and many hidden corners•Detailed maps tracing each route•Over thirty descriptive photosEssential tips on etiquette and behavior•Full index to all sites and attractions•In-depth information on local history, arts, and festivals
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Kyoto's essence unveiled through enlightening pedestrian paths.
If the cobbled streets and hidden alleys of Kyoto beckon you, "Exploring Kyoto: On Foot in the Ancient Capital" could be your perfect travel companion. Imagine yourself meandering alongside ancient shrines and through vibrant cultural festivities, armed not just with direction but with insights that make each step a discovery. Judith Clancy bridges the role of a tour guide and a local friend, ensuring your journey on foot is as enlightening as it is enchanting.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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