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A pleasant escape from the crowds at Todai-ji is Nigatsu-do (one of todai-ji's sub temples). Entry is free and there are good views over the city towards the larger temple.
On March the 13th there is a large ceremony here, where priests shower sparks on to the crowds below. Think twice about attending the ceremony - it gets PACKED, and forget about bringing a nice picnic, you will have no place to sit and eat it. The publicity photographs are stunning as a result of long exposures, the reality is much less inspiring.
Written May 22, 2004
Address: Nara Park (north east section)
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This temple is situated on top of a hill and it is well worth a visit to catch a bird's eye view of Nara on a clear day. In the picture, there are other travellers having a rest on the benches enjoying the view on a hot day after climbing up the hill. phew.. we made it.
Remember to bring some water along. Unfortunately, there are no vending machines for drinks up there in the temple.
Updated Apr 23, 2004
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This is a temple at the top of the hill (wakasuka hill?). I think the area is wakasuka hill. It was a very tiring walk to the top of the temple on a long flight of stairs.
At the top, there are a few benches to sit in the temple for some rest and enjoy the view of Nara on a clear day. From there, one can have a bird's eye view of Nara.
Updated Apr 23, 2004
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I must confess to being a sucker for these springs, sculpted like dragons, which are a common feature around Japanese temples.
This is one of my favourites.
Updated May 25, 2004
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nice place, Japan is not only skyways and neon light.
Un lugar precioso, Japon no es solamente tierra de autopistas elevadas y luces de neon.
Written May 24, 2004
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Write a Reviewnice place, Japan is not only skyways and neon light.Un lugar precioso, Japon no es solamente tierra de autopistas elevadas y luces de neon.
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One of Japan's ancient capitals
Nara is a town with 350.000 inhabitants nowadays and used to be the capital of japan during the so-called Nara-time between 710 and 784. Nara is considdered a UNESCO-World-Heritage
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Rich Culture in the Countryside
Nara is known as the first official capital of Japan, established in 710 AD. After the capital was moved to Nagaoka and then to Kyoto, Nara retained its significance, but over the years, the city has...
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I would personally recommend Nara, known as the home of Japanese history and culture, as one of the must see places around Kyoto. A day trip is enough to explore the places of interest and enjoy the...
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We were in Nara in 2002 for our friend's wedding. A group of us were put up in a house for the time we were there (people from Japan, Australia and the UK). Having a few days we took the others to...
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Nara is a must-visit for any visitor to the Kanto area. It is a short and convenient day trip from Osaka or Kyoto and is DEFINITELY well worth your time. Nara not only has great historical and...
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