Kyoto city of Zen : visiting the heritage sites of Japan's ancient capital
Clancy, Judith2019
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Whether you are interested in this unique city's history or are planning to travel to Kyoto, Kyoto City of Zen will serve as inspiration and provide invaluable insight into Kyoto's culture. This travel pictorial and Japan travel guide captures the sites and soul of Kyoto--Japan's historical and spiritual centre. An elaborate kaleidoscope of craft, artistry and religion, Kyoto is one of the world's most popular travel destinations. Art and design form the weft and warp of this vibrant 1,200-year-old city, home to hundreds of gardens, palaces, villas and magnificent wooden temples--including seventeen UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Main title:
Kyoto city of Zen : visiting the heritage sites of Japan's ancient capital / Judith Clancy ; photography by Ben Simmons.
Author:
Clancy, Judith, authorSimmons, Ben, photographer
Edition:
[Revised and expanded edition].
Imprint:
Tokyo : Tuttle Publishing, [2019]©2019
Collation:
144 pages : colour illustrations, colour maps ; 22 cm
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references (page 142-143).
Contents:
Introducing Kyoto -- Central and eastern Kyoto -- Northern Kyoto -- Western Kyoto -- Southern Kyoto.
ISBN:
9784805315408 (hbk)9784805315408 (hardback)4805315407 (hardback)
Dewey class:
915.21864045915.2186
Language:
English
Subject:
BRN:
628476
| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southbank Library | -Travel | TRAVEL 915.2186 CLAN | On loan - Due: 10 Jun 2026 |