Few people know that the sacred mountain Koya-san is located 80 km from Osaka. And this is not just a mountain, there is a town on it with numerous temples and monasteries of the Shingon Buddhist school. The first temple was founded in 819. And from Koya-san begins the ancient Kumano-kodo pilgrimage trail to the Kumano Shinto shrines. But this is not just a trail, but one of the two pilgrimage trails in the world, which is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here is a quiet and beautiful place where you can forget about the daily bustle and immerse yourself in Zen (especially if you stay in one of the monasteries for a few days). It will also be interesting to visit this place not only for Buddhist pilgrims - the town is surrounded by numerous mountains with cedar forests and maples. So you can enjoy nature here at any time of the year.
If you want to see another Japan, feel its culture and spirit, you should visit Koya-san, especially since it's easy to do - there is a direct train from Osaka to Koya-san (it's only about an hour away).
If you want to see another Japan, feel its culture and spirit, you should visit Koya-san, especially since it's easy to do - there is a direct train from Osaka to Koya-san (it's only about an hour away).
Translated automatically from Russian. View original
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