Katsura Imperial Villa, a masterpiece of a Japanese garden

Katsura imperial villa (桂離宮) is located on the bank of the Katsura river running west of Kyoto city. It is constructed in 17th century by imperial family members. The highlight of this villa is the vast and traditional garden (58000 square meters), which is said to be the most beautiful garden in Japan. Actually the garden is always listed up as one of the most popular Japanese gardens. It is a little distant from the city center and you need to make a reservation for the garden tour beforehand but it it worth visiting.

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Annamaria : This for me is paradise on earth !

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Annamaria : The palaces of Western sovereigns are brazenly sumptuos
and "fit for Giants", the imperial palaces in Japan are on
human scale and obsequios to a modeled, not distorted
nature.