Japan’s former royal capital still has enough majesty to sway most travelers into spending more time here than they intended. Featuring some of the best-preserved historic districts anywhere in Japan, Kyoto is the place to stroll down ancient cobbled pathways not much wider than a door, enjoy the experience of a traditional Kyoto bar, or dine in the presence of the city’s famed entertainment, its geishas. Capital for more than 1000 years, it’s also no surprise that Kyoto is one of Japan’s most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites, highlighting the worldwide significance of its shrines and other relics.