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Audio guide Philosopher's Path in English
In this audio guide, Emily Thompson takes you through Philosopher's Path telling the story as you walk. In your accent, no need to read signs — just let your eyes take in what's in front of you.
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- 1Philosopher's Path
A 2 km footpath running alongside a tree-lined canal that connects several important temples, named after the philosopher Nishida Kitaro who used to meditate here.
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Editorial summary
Pintoresca senda peatonal junto al margen de un canal flanqueado por cerezos, que pasa por varios templos y santuarios.
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