kii mountain
states: [japan]
category: cultural
year: 2004
location: Mie, Nara and Wakayama Prefectures
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 33.8369444400, 135.7763889000
last visited: 2017
unesco id: 1142
world heritage site: 1142
The Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Japan, encompass a network of ancient Shinto shrines, Buddhist temples, and forested trails. This spiritual landscape highlights the fusion of Shinto and Buddhist traditions, with key sites like Yoshino, Omine, and Koya connected by historic pilgrimage paths. Recognized for its cultural and religious importance, it reflects centuries of devotion and harmony with nature.
