自転車で京都大原へTucked in a valley north of Kyoto is the village of Ohara.
From a bird's perspective, it is the valley east of the village of Kurama. If the bird were to continue on west - away from Ohara - she would next come to the valley where cyclists can find the beautifully preserved area of Kumogahata.
All three are ridable.
The ride to Ohara, especially, is not particularly demanding. From downtown Kyoto, it can be done in two hours. From Kitayama, it will take an hour or so. Following Route 367 up, the climb is never severe.
What awaits is Sanzenin Temple.
The Temple is perched not far from edge of the mountains that separate Kyoto from neighboring Shiga Prefecture.
It was established at the beginning of the Heian Period (794-1185 C.E.) by Saicho, who founded the Tendai sect of Japanese Buddhism.
Sanzenin is best known for its gardens and beautiful maple trees.
Also nearby are Raigoin Temple and Otonashi no Taki, a gorgeous waterfalls about 20 minutes away on foot from Sanzenin.
After visiting these, one can ride about fifteen minutes to the other side of the village and visit Jakoin Temple.
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