• Brief description: known worldwide by its 1001 Kannons statues, the temple dates from the XII century. Also known in Japan as Kanzeon, Kannon is the most popular Buddhist deity of the Far East, a symbol of piety and mercy. She is represented in many ways, but the most common is with multiples head and arms in order to observe and help everyone. Despite being a popular temple, it is still magical. 
• Duration of visit: 1 hr
• Opening times: open from 8.00-17.00 (from 9.00-16.00 from 16 November to 31 March) 
• Cost: 600¥
• How to get there: take the metro to Kyoto station and from there catch bus No. 100, 206 or 208 to Sanjusangendo (metro, 5 min. - 210¥ / bus, 5 min. - 230¥).