Nara City is located about an hour away from Kyoto and Osaka. It has become one of the most popular destinations for tourists when coming to the Kansai region. Nara is famous for being the city of the Great Buddha and herds of deer. It also used to be the capital of Japan more than a thousand years ago. Therefore, even though it is not currently the capital city as before.

In addition, prosperity is as tight as Osaka. But the classic guarantees that it’s as good as anyone else. This is because it used to be the old capital before. Therefore, there are many interesting historical places. If you go to Nara, you shouldn’t miss this popular attraction. Which will have something that must be followed to see each other.

1. Todai-ji Temple

Todai-ji Temple, also known as “Daibutsu”, is known as the Grand Father Temple of Nara City. This temple is considered to be one of the most famous and historically significant temples in Japan. It was built in the year 752, and now, this age is over a thousand years already. In fact, this building is only two-thirds the size of the original building.

The main building of the temple is the largest wooden building in the world. What is known as a very highlight is that Being the place where Luang Por Toh is enshrined or Daibutsuden, sure enough. With a height of 15 meters, it is the largest Buddha statue in Japan. If you want to see how big it is, you have to pin it straight away.

2. Heijo Palace

Heijo Palace or Nara Imperial Palace is located in central Nara (Central Nara). Because in the past, this castle has not changed much. thus making it easier for archaeological research One thing that is different from the palace that we understand. That’s because visitors can still get a rural atmosphere.

The government presents the history of Heijo Castle in a museum display. This palace used to be the main palace of the Nara capital around 710-794 AD. square kilometer It was originally the residence of the emperor. and buildings for various government agencies Today, it has historical and cultural significance. And is considered one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Nara itself.

3. Nara Park

Nara Deer Park is considered a point that has made the city very famous. Believe that many people must have heard or seen the promotional pictures of the city that will be filled with cute little deer that are not afraid of people at all. This is a large park in the middle of the sightseeing zone of Nara City.

The park is home to many deer. There are almost 1,200 deer in Nara City. You will also be able to feed them too. They will have deer food stalls everywhere. Just be careful with each other because even these deer are very familiar with each other. But anyway, it’s an animal. If you come with children, let’s watch a little bit for safety and peace of mind.

4. Kasuga Taisha Grand Shrine

Kasuga Taisha Shrine is regarded as one of Nara’s most famous shrines. both with beauty and antiquity that lasts for thousands of years This shrine was built in the year 768. The outstanding feature of this shrine is the thousands of lanterns that can be found in almost every area of this shrine by people of faith donors.

The most beautiful time would be the night when all the lanterns were lit at the same time. Let me tell you that the photos are beautiful. The real thing is both beautiful and classic looking, matching the atmosphere of the shrine very much.

5. Horyuji Temple

Horyuji Temple, located within the city of Nara, is considered not only of prefecture or national importance. But it can be said that it is of global importance anyway. Because the temple is full of national treasures and important cultural heritage. It is also regarded as Japan’s largest collection of Buddhist art.

The building itself is equally valuable as it was built in the year 1150 by Prince Shotoku Taishi, which in the western Budawas area is considered the oldest group of wooden buildings in the world. until it was registered as a world cultural heritage site.

6. Higashimuki Shopping Street

Higashimugi Shopping Street, the most popular in Nara City that shoppers shouldn’t miss This road is located next to Kintetsu Nara Station (It can be said that it is extremely easy to travel to). Both sides of the road are full of shops and many restaurants for you to choose from, shop until you’re satisfied, a total length of about 250 meters, can be called a shopping street that is enjoying walking There are a lot of items, both paraphernalia. Plenty of food to use When you arrive, you will surely get something to bring back.

7. Yoshimizu Shrine

Yoshimizu Shrine is located in the Naka Senbon area of Mount Yoshino in Nara Prefecture. It is considered a very famous shrine with beautiful views. I can say that this spring is stunningly beautiful. It can be seen that it is a popular place where people come to see cherry blossoms crammed every year.

Because from the view of this shrine, you can see the cherry blossom trees on the steep and complex ridge stretching along the mountainside. It also used to host flower viewing events for the Hanami Festival hosted by Yoshimizu Temple.

8. Yakushiji Temple

Yakushiji Temple, located in Nara, is considered one of the oldest temples in Japan. The exterior architectural style remains as original as possible. Although some parts have been restored, with conservation and care, they are still as beautiful as in the old days without any distortion.

9. Kofuku-ji Temple

Kofukuji Temple is considered a Zen temple of the Obaku sect. Because the first temple was built around the year AD. 1620 during the Ming Dynasty In that era, Japan had banned Christianity. Chinese merchants working in Japan had to build many temples to confirm that they were not Christians. This temple is the first temple to be built and became an important temple that Chinese people at that time would always have to worship before sailing. Until now, it is still a temple filled with the faith of the people of the city as well.

10. Tanzan Shrine

Tanzan Shrine is located on a mountain in the eastern part of Asuka city in Nara prefecture. What is regarded as the highlight of this temple, must be given to the torii gate at the entrance to the shrine, which will line up more than 100 gates in a row, is a tunnel leading up the hill? Let me tell you that at this point, the photos came out very beautifully.

The top is home to a unique 13-story pagoda. Which was built in 1532 during the Muromachi Period (Muromachi Period) 17 meters high, on the right-hand side are various buildings. Including the main hall of the shrine where you can go up to see the view from the balcony as well.