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Formerly called the Hokoji, it is known as Japan's first Buddhist temple. It was removed to this site from Asuka in 718. One of Nara's seven great temples, Gango-ji was noted for its mandala which Priest Chiko painted, its roof tiles dating back to the Asuka era [645-710], as well as its national treasure, the main hall of the Gokuraku-bo, redone in 1244.
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Formerly called the Hokoji, it is known as Japan's first Buddhist temple. It was removed to this site from Asuka in 718. One of Nara's se...
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Clarisa said
…>The seven Great Temples of Nara are of an breathtaking grandeur. In the centrum of Nara, the Kofuku-ji Temple  was… continue reading »
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jtaps said
… brought even more fantastic sights, including the Todaiji Temple and the Nara National Museum… continue reading »
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The museum is a venue for several exhibits throughout the year of visiting collections. The three main areas of the permanent holdings ar...
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Brock & Kristin said
… or something.From Todai-ji, we walked through a nice park toward Kasuga Grand Shrine. The atmosphere… continue reading »
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The legacy of the Great Buddha and the Todai-ji itself are reflections of Japan's admiration of the T'ang dynasty. During the Nara era, t...
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Travelling Lousies! said
… impressive Daibutsu-den hall in the Todai-ji temple with its fearsome wooden carved guard statues… continue reading »
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