The Temple of the Golden Pavilion, known as Kinkaku-ji, is a Zen Buddhist temple located in Kyoto, Japan. It was originally built in the 14th century as a retirement villa for the shogun Ashikaga Yoshimitsu and later converted into a temple. The structure is famous for its stunning gold leaf exterior, which reflects beautifully in the surrounding pond. Surrounded by lush gardens, the temple is part of a larger complex that showcases traditional Japanese landscape design. The Golden Pavilion is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts many visitors each year, who come to admire its architectural beauty and serene environment.