This place was Japan's capital for over a thousand years, until 1868.

這個地方在西元1868年以前，曾是日本首都長達一千多年。

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Kyoto is still one of the best places to visit for Japanese culture.

京都現在仍是了解日本文化最好的去處之一。

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This time of year is a great time to visit, too.

現在正是一年中最適合造訪京都的時節。

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That's because March and April are cherry blossom season.

這是因為3月至4月是櫻花季。

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So, want a taste of Japanese culture?

所以，想要體驗一下日本文化嗎?

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You can't visit Kyoto without stopping at a temple or two.

造訪京都時，不能不到一兩座是廟走走。

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One famous temple in Kyoto is Kinkaku-ji.

其中一座位於京都的知名寺廟為金閣寺。

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A beautiful coat of gold covers many parts of this temple.

一抹美麗的金色覆蓋這座寺廟的許多地方。

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It's a great place for a few Instagram photos.

它是個很適合拍些Instagram照片的景點。

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