Byōdo-in Temple

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"In Uji, the Byodoin Temple features multiple wisteria trellises—some said to date back to the mid-18th century—with plants that grow up to three feet long and typically bloom between mid-April and early May; the temple is part of the Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto UNESCO World Heritage Site (designated in 1994)." - Talia Avakian Talia Avakian Talia Avakian is a lifestyle reporter based in Los Angeles with a love for outdoor excursions, off-the-beaten-path local finds, remote and historic hotels, and innovations in food. She was previously the digital news reporter for Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines