Nara

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Photo Park Nara

The surroundings of the Japanese Nara Park are the most popular tourist destination, as many historical and cultural centers and b …

Photo Gangoji Temple

Gango-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple founded in the VI century AD, in the Japanese city of Nare, Nara Prefecture. The temple is …

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Photo Yoshino village

In Japan, in Yoshino County, in Nara Prefecture, the village of Yoshino is located. It occupies 95.65 square kilometers, and the p …

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Photo Kasuga Taysia Temple

In addition to the object of pilgrimage, the temple of Kasuga Taisha attracts many tourists due to the countless lanterns. They we …

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Photo Yakushi Ji Temple

Yakushi-ji is an ancient Buddhist temple in the Japanese city of Nara. The temple is protected and listed as a UNESCO World Herita …

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Photo Todaiji Temple

Todaiji Temple, located in Nara Prefecture, is the largest Buddhist temple in Japan. It is currently owned by the Kagon Buddhist S …

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Photo Ise Jingu Temple

Ise Jingu Temple is the main Shinto sanctuary located in the city of Ise. The sanctuary consists of two main complexes. The fir …

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Photo Toshodai Ji Temple

Tosedai-ji is an ancient Japanese Buddhist temple located in the city of Nara. The temple is protected and listed as a UNESCO Worl …

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Photo The statue of the Great Buddha

The statue of the Great Buddha is located in the Todaiji Temple in Nara. The Great Buddha is one of the most famous sights of Japa …

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Photo Kofukuji Temple

Kofukuji is one of the oldest and most important temple complexes of Nara. The temple was erected on a hill overlooking Lake Sarus …

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Popular Questions and Answers

Answer: A day trip to Nara is worth starting with the Todai-ji temple, where the largest bronze statue of the Vairochana Buddha is located. Nearby lies the Nara Park with more than a thousand hand deer, considered messengers of the gods. Be sure to visit the Kasuga Taisha Sanctuary, famous for its hundreds of bronze lanterns lit during festivals. End the day with a walk along Nakamuti Dori Street with its traditional shops and souvenirs.

Excursions Nara (10)

Photo Nara
8 hours - 0

What will you see? Todai-ji Temple, considered the largest wooden structure in the world. The temple is protected as a UNESCO Wor …

117 $ group
Photo Nara, the first capital of Japan
7 h. 1 - 4 0

Nara is the name of the valley and the modern sound of the first long-term, centralized capital of Japan. A small city of 360,000 …

500 $ group
Photo Nara
6-8 hours - 0

A visit to the first capital of Japan – Nara, this is a perfect pun in your life. tourist plan! In all the greatness to see the l …

350 $ group
Photo Tour of Nara: a park with deer and much more
8 h. 2 - 8 0

A walk through the charming deer park will pass through the most famous and picturesque temples. Introductory promenade on Nara w …

350 € group

Guides Nara (6)

Osaka
Language: Русский

Escort in Osaka Individual walks and escort through the most interesting areas of Osaka - Dotonbori, Osaka Castle, temp …

Photo Komazawa Maria Guide license
Kyoto
Language: Русский

With such a multifaceted Japan, I would like to introduce all travelers. And yes, the Japanese do not doubt that they li …

Photo Nikitinskaya Elena Guide license
Kyoto
Language: English, Russian, Japanese

Endless discovery. Rich history. Millions of tourists from all over the world. Welcome to Japan. At your service: …

Photo Silina Marina Guide license
Kyoto
Language: Русский

Dear travelers! Since 2004, I have lived in Kyoto, Japan’s oldest city, which has been the capital for more than 1,000 y …

What to see in Nara

Nara is the ancient and cozy capital of the Nara period, where history is preserved in temples, narrow streets and quiet groves. The city originated in the eighth century and has long been the center of political and religious life in Japan, leaving a unique cultural heritage and a calm atmosphere for walking and thinking.

Manufactures and facilities

Man-made attractions here amaze with diversity: the majestic Todaiji temple with the Great Buddha Hall, the ancient Gango-ji of the VI century, the Yakushi-ji temple and the Kofukuji complex on the hills, sparkling lanterns Kasuga-taisha and ancient Toshodai-ji. The city has eight World Heritage sites, and the Great Buddha statue and museum collections make Nara a must-see for those interested in architecture and history.

Natural attractions and places

The natural corners around Nara are just as attractive: the famous Nara Park with tame deer, the groves and hills surrounding the city, and the nearby village of Yoshino, known for its mountain slopes and impressive cherry blossom alleys. These places offer quiet walks, picturesque views and the opportunity to feel the connection of nature with the spiritual atmosphere of the region.

Build routes and visit interesting places

On our website you can see all the main attractions of Nara on an interactive map, read short descriptions of temples, monuments and natural objects and immediately build a convenient route. The route planning function will help to collect the optimal tour of time and interests, without missing significant points and hidden pearls.

You can explore the city on your own, walking along the promenades and temple complexes at your own pace, or book excursions with local guides. Experienced guides will tell stories, informative facts and legends, show little-known places and help to better understand the meaning of temples and traditions - excursions give the trip a lively and rich format.

Come to Nara to be inspired by ancient history, stroll among centuries-old shrines and feel the special atmosphere of this city. Discover attractions, build your itineraries and come back for new experiences – Nara is always ready to share its treasures.

 

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