We travelled to Koyasan via Osaka. the trainride had beautiful view once we were in the mountain region. To get into the town by public transport, it was necessary to take a cable car which was built on a 45 degree angle.
Koyasan is the origin of Buddism in Japan. There are over 100 temples in one small town.
We had reservation made to stay in one oft hem.
We visited the oldest 2 temple. Supposedly build by this monk who travelled to china to learn Buddism in the 9th century. As all structures were wooden and prone to fire, most of the building had been rebuilt a few times.
One of the temple had the biggest rock garden in japan. The rocks represents 2 dragons emerging from sea.
At dusk, we took a walk in the acclaimed Mausoleum, it was creepy.
We had breakfast in the temple the next day.
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