Mount Hiei

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Mount Hiei (Hieizan) is a sacred mountain in Japan, straddling the border of Kyoto and Shiga Prefectures, offering a mix of spiritual heritage, scenic nature, and panoramic views of Kyoto City and Lake Biwa.

Elevation: 848 meters (2,782 ft)
Famous for Enryaku-ji Temple – A UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Japan’s most historically important monasteries, forested hiking trails and spiritual paths, ropeway rides with sweeping vistas.

Post by potatogal | Jul 28, 2025