Hōryū-ji

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“Hōryū-ji is a Buddhist temple that was once one of the powerful Seven Great Temples, located in Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan. Built shortly after Buddhism was introduced to Japan, it is also one of the oldest Buddhist sites in the country. Its full name is Hōryū Gakumonji (法隆学問寺), or Learning…”

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Lonely PlanetOct 5

11 Best Things to Do in Nara, Japan

Nara is a historic and picturesque Japanese city where sacred deer still roam the narrow streets. Here are seven reasons to visit Nara.

contains Japan's oldest wooden structures

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Nara ParkParkhome to around 1300 wild deer
Tōdai-ji TempleSighthouses the colossal Daibutsu (Great Buddha)
Otaimatsu ritualFestivalmonks perform ritual at Nigatsudo Hall
Mt WakakusaSightburns in January during festival
Hōryū-jiPlace of worshipcontains Japan's oldest wooden structures
kakinoha-zushiRestaurantbite-sized rice topped with fish, wrapped in leaves
NaramachiPlace of worshipformer merchant district with preserved townhouses
Isui-en GardenGardenJapanese garden with borrowed scenery
Yoshiki-en GardenGardencompact garden with three styles around a pond
sakeRestaurantbrewing techniques first developed in Japan
Kasuga TaishaSightShinto shrine founded in the 8th century
Nara National MuseumMuseumcollection of Buddhist sculptures and art

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More sights in NaraNara Park Tōdai-ji Temple Mt Wakakusa Naramachi Isui-en Garden Yoshiki-en Garden

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