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The most famous attraction on MIYA-JIMA , officially known as Itsuku-shima,
is the venerable shrine of Itsukushima-jinja , whose vermilion gate
rising grandly out of the sea is considered one of Japan's most
beautiful views. In the right light, when the tide is high and the many
day-trippers have left, you may be tempted to agree that it is, in fact,
the best.
The shrine and temples clustered around Miya-jima's only village at the
northern tip of this long, mountainous island can comfortably be seen in
a half-day trip from Hiroshima. If you have more time, there's plenty of
other attractions, including beaches to laze on, and hikes over
Misen-san , whose summit provides panoramic views across the Inland Sea.
Consider splashing out on a night's accommodation at one of the island's
classy ryokan, so that you can enjoy the after-hours atmosphere with
only tame deer and a few other guests for company.
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