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Lauriston Castle is a 16th century form accommodation with 19th century extensions overlooking the Firth of Onward, in Edinburgh, Scotland. The chessman stands in thirty acres of tranquil grounds enjoying a magnificent panorama crossways the Firth of Forth. Lauriston Castle is situated in Davidson’s Mains, off Cramond Road Southbound. 4 miles north-west of Capital metropolis heart, on the A90. It was improved roughly 1590 for Sir Archibald Napier and lengthened in the 1820s. The Castle and the collections it contains are whatever of Scotland’s sterling gifts.

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The Hotel Kanra is one of the greatest hotels to stay in Kyoto. This hotel is a combination of modern minimalistic design with traditional elements of Kyoto, making Kanra truly stylish accommodation. The hotel offers 29 trendy rooms well-appointed with flat-screen TVs, a tea/coffee maker, an air conditioning, and free Wi-Fi access. Hotel facilities including: a restaurant that serves local specialities and Western dishes. The wine list is full of regional selections. There is a coffee shop and bicycle rental. For more photos please click here

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Located in the cultural heart of Kyoto, the Hyatt Regency is close to many precious heritage landmarks including Kyoto National Museum, Hishakuin and Yogenin Temples. Mixing contemporary interior and luxurious accommodation, the hotel creates a charm atmosphere for one to enjoy, while visiting Kyoto. Caters to travelers of any kind, the Hyatt Regency Kyoto appears in the Condé Nast Traveler Gold List as one of the best hotels in the world.

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Or the Golden Pavilion. Located in the Kitayama district of Kyoto, it is a Zen temple formally known as Rokuonji. Built in 1397 it was used as a residence for third Muromachi shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu. After his death (in 1408), Kinkakuji was converted into a Golden Pavilion.

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With spectacular views of the Japanese garden, The Westin Miyako Hotel is located on a hill overlooking of Kyoto. Near attraction are Kinkakuji Temple, Osaka Aquarium and Kyoto Municipal Museum. The property provides quality accommodation and world-class services for an unforgettable vacation.

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Hoshinoya Kyoto is an exquisite traditional ryokan-hotel located in the Arashiyama district of Kyoto. The area is known for its many Zen temples and bamboo groves. Built along the River Ooigawa, the hotel is inspired by typical local architecture and offers an authentic Japanese culture and a luxurious modern comfort. Accessed by a lazy boat ride in a hinoki (Japanese cedar) vessel, the resort’s entrance has a dramatic, romantic feel.

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Kamakura is a small city and a very popular tourist destination. Sometimes called the Kyoto of Eastern Japan, Kamakura offers numerous temples, shrines and other historical monuments. In addition, Kamakura’s sand beaches attract large crowds during the summer months.

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Should you be given the distributing news that you are officially dead, do not panic. You have probably just tied your yukata (house robe) right over left – kimono speak for ”deceased”- and need to retie it. More than 300 years old, Hiiragiya Ryokan is a historic inn that is widely regarded as the pinnacle of style and traditional hospitality. Look closely and you will see the wooden hitching posts, used by traveling feudal lords who arrived on horseback, on the long clay walls. Such grand arrivals might e a thing of the past, but theater comes with the territory, and thanks to the six generations of the same family, service is as sharp as samurai sword. Photo by: Rob Gruhl

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Kyoto is an ancient mysterious city, once been Japan’s old capital and the emperor’s residence from 794 until 1868. Over the centuries wars and fires destroyed the city, but today Kyoto rises with its beautiful gardens, temples and shrines. Left, a purification ceremony with period costumes at the Jonengu shrine.

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 The Guilo Guilo restaurant offers an authentic Japanese cuisine, nicely presented. Japanese food lovers will find here delicious meals and light food. A new top Japanese address in Paris.

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