Mount Hiei, Sacred mountain in Japan
Mount Hiei, located to the northeast of Kyoto, is famed for its beautiful landscapes.
Historically, Mount Hiei was a significant site for the Tendai sect of Buddhism founded in 788.
The mountain is home to Enryaku-ji, a temple complex that has profoundly influenced Japanese culture.
Visitors can access Mount Hiei via cable car, and hiking trails are available for exploration.
Mount Hiei has been a symbolic border between Kyoto and the outside world.
Location: Sakyō-ku
Location: Ōtsu
Elevation above the sea: 848.1 m
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Mount Hiei, located to the northeast of Kyoto, is famed for its beautiful landscapes.
Enryaku-ji is a Tendai monastery located on Mount Hiei in Ōtsu, overlooking Kyoto.
Mudō-ji is a prominent Buddhist temple located in Sakamotohonmachi, Japan.
