Built in 1474, Ginkaku-ji (Temple of the Silver Pavilion) was commissioned by the grandson of the Shogun who built Kinkaku-ji temple. Originally intended to emulate the Golden Pavilion with a covering of silver leaf, the cost of an ongoing war at the time prevented the structure from ever reaching completion. While the Silver Pavilion may not live up to its intentions, the surrounding gardens more than make up for any lack of "bling". 
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