Otowa Falls - Otowa Falls

…It was around this time that the Kiyomizudera Pilgrimage Mandalas were actively painted, and the Ekaehoshi narrated tales of miracles. Otowa Falls, located below the cliffs of the inner sanctuary, which is said to be the origin of the place name Kiyomizu, is one of the five most famous springs in Japan, and is said to be effective against various illnesses. Many people take the water home with them or make vows to pray to it. The temple has also been famous for its cherry blossoms and autumn leaves since ancient times. …

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Source | Heibonsha World Encyclopedia 2nd Edition | Information

…〈清水寺参詣曼陀羅図〉が盛んに描かれて，絵解法師が霊験譚を語ったのもこのころのことである。　清水という地名の起りとなったという奥の院崖下の音羽の滝は，天下五名水の一つ，諸病に効くといわれ，持ち帰る人やこれに祈誓する人が多い。当寺は古くから桜と紅葉の名所でもある。…

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