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Nara Prefecture Japan Last Updated: 07/24/2024 |
Nara, a landlocked prefecture in the Kansai Region of Honshu, is the cradle of the Japanese civilization. As of 2020, Nara Prefecture has a population of 1,321,805. Many of the early emperors built their palaces in Nara Prefecture, formerly known as Yamato, especially in and around Asuka. | |
In 710, Nara was selected as the location of Japan's first permanent capital, Heijo (today's Nara City). Previously, the capital had been moved with the ascension of each new emperor. |
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Tsubosaka Dera Place ยป Temple One of the most beautiful temples in the area, Hasedera, founded in AD 686, is often called the temple of flowers. The approach to the temple is lined with restaurants and shops, creating a lively atmosphere. The temple is perched near the top of a mountain, reached by a covered stairway, lined with stone lanterns and flowers. 20 views ๐ 1731-1 Hase, Sakurai, Nara 633-0112, Japan |
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Japan Place ยป City Japan is an island nation located in East Asia, bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the east and the Sea of Japan on the west. It is known for its rich history, unique culture, beautiful landscapes, and advanced technology. Japan has a population of almost 125 million, of which nearly 122 million are Japanese nationals (2022 estimates). 103 views ๐ 1Japan |
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Todaiji Place ยป Temple Todai-ji Temple, located in Nara, Nara Prefecture, Japan, is one of the most significant and iconic Buddhist temples in the country. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to the largest bronze Buddha statue in Japan. 412 views ๐ 6406-1 Zoshicho, Nara, Nara Prefecture 630-8211, Japan |
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Horyuji Place ยป Temple Horyu-ji is a Buddhist temple that was once one of the powerful Seven Great Temples, in Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan. The grounds of Horyuji (Horyu Temple) house the world's oldest surviving wooden structures, conveying images of Japan as it existed more than 1,300 years ago, during the Asuka Period (A.D.mid 6th-beginning of 8th c.). 400 views ๐ 41-1 Horyuji Sannai, Ikaruga, Ikoma District, Nara 636-0115, Japan |
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Kofukuji Place ยป Temple Kofuku-ji is a historic Buddhist temple located in the city of Nara, which is located in the Nara Prefecture of Japan. It is conveniently located near Nara Park and other major attractions in the city. It holds significant cultural and historical importance and is one of the prominent temples in the city. 691 views ๐ 748 Noboriojicho, Nara, 630-8213, Japan |
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Soni Kogen Onsen Okame Hot Spring Place ยป Outdoors Within hiking distance of the pampas grass plains of Soni Highland, Okame-no-yu is popular for its outdoor rotenburo hotspring baths, with stunning views of the nearby mountains and plains. There is a restaurant on-site with Japanese and Western-style dishes, and there is a craft beer store and bar just down the road. 55 views ๐ 1830 Taroji, Soni, Uda District, Nara 633-1202, Japan |
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Omiwa Jinja Place ยป Historical Place Omiwa Shrine is an ancient Shinto shrine along the Yamanobe-no-michi walking trail in Sakurai, Nara Prefecture. Surrounded by thick forest at the base of Mount Miwa, the exact age of the shrine is unknown, but Omiwa is thought to be one of the oldest, if not the oldest shrine in Japan. The shrine has been hugely important for many centuries. 57 views ๐ 11422 Miwa, Sakurai, Nara 633-0001, Japan |
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Nara Park Place ยป Outdoors Nara Park is a large park in central Nara. Established in 1880, it is the location of many of Nara's main attractions including Todaiji, Kasuga Taisha, Kofukuji and the Nara National Museum. It is also home to hundreds of freely roaming deer. 58 views ๐ 1Nara, Japan |
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