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The Todaiji Temple complex consists ofa vast Buddha Hall (Daibutsuden), subtemples, halls, pagodas, and gates of exceptional historical and architectural interest. The construction of Todaiji Temple completed in 752, was ordered by Emperor Shomyo, ostensibly to house Nara's Great Buddha image but also to consolidated the position of the city as the capital and a powerful center of Buddhism. Natural disasters have not diminished the scale of the 16m high statue.
Written Jun 29, 2003
This is a three-storey Pagoda at the entrance of KoFukuji Temple. Another five-storey Pagoda is at the opposite.
Written Jun 29, 2003
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A huge wasteland area was made into a park in 1880 and was desginated as a place of scenic beauty in 1922. In the area between Mt. Wakakusa and Mt. Kasuga, such famous temples and shrines as Kofukuji, Todaiji and the Kasuga Grand Shrine are located. There are about 1200 gentle deers roaming freely in the park. The park is also known as Deer Park.
Updated May 31, 2003
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This temple was founded in 710 as the tutelary temple of the powerful Fujiwara family. Of the 175 buuildings at the height of its prosperity, only six remain.
Updated May 1, 2003
On our way back, we saw a queue outside a shop. As a curious tourist, we joined the queue and bought this stuff to eat. We have no idea what is this but it sure tastes good! Its like a sticky green tea paste filled with red bean on the inside. This "bun" was made on the spot and people are buying boxes!
Written Jun 29, 2003
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It is very easy to reach NARA from Kyoto by the JR train. Before our trip, we bought the 7-days JR Rail Pass and this comes to useful throughout our stay in Japan.
It only took us less than 1 hour to reach NARA. Upon arriving at the station, go to the Nara City Tourist Information Office to get a map. The friendly people at the information office speaks English and they are really helpful.
Basically, NARA is a small town. Most major tourist attractions are easily reach by foot. There are also local bus. We did not take the bus. We walk alot! :o)
Updated May 1, 2003
Favorite thing: On our way down to the JR Nara Station, an old man was taking pictures of a tree filled with beautiful flowers that grew alongside of a pathway.
Written Jun 29, 2003
Favorite thing: Can't remembered where is this place. We stopped for a rest halfway and found this temple with its big lanterns hanging outside. Thought it is quite cool.
Written Jun 29, 2003
Favorite thing: Before we reached Todaiji Temple, we have to walk past this beautiful garden/pond which forms part of Deer Park.
Written Jun 29, 2003
Favorite thing: The nine rings are usually found on top of Pagodas. This was found on the ground when we leave the Todaiji Temple.
Written Jun 29, 2003
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