Detailed Guide to Nijo Castle Garden ๐ธ๐บ๐ฟ๐
Ninomaru Garden ๐บ๐ Features: Designed by Kobori Enshลซ, it is a quintessential stroll garden. ๐บ๐ The garden is arranged around a large pond, which contains three islandsโTsurujima (Crane Island), Kamejima (Tortoise Island), ๐บ๐ and Nakajima (Central Island)โthat symbolize longevity and good fortune. ๐บ๐ The islands are connected by stone and wooden bridges, with the water's edge adorned with exquisitely placed rocks and plants. ๐บ๐ The lake's surface reflects the sky and clouds, exuding a strong sense of Zen. ๐ฟ๐ ๐บ๐ Highlights: The clarity of the pond water reveals different scenes with the changing light; ๐บ๐ the seasons bring a rotation of cherry blossoms, maple leaves, and snowy landscapes, ๐บ๐ with the autumnal foliage and garden bridges particularly complementing each other. ๐บ๐ Strolling through, one can feel the harmony of nature and culture. ๐บ๐ Each stone bridge, lake stone, and plant arrangement is poised and graceful, bringing a sense of tranquility to the mind. ๐ธ ๐บ๐ #KyotoTravel ๐พ #JapaneseGarden ๐ก #Karesansui ๐
