Self-guided Sightseeing Tour #14 in Nara, Japan

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6 sights
5.3 km

70 m
60 m

Experience Nara in Japan in a whole new way with our self-guided sightseeing tour. This site not only offers you practical information and insider tips, but also a rich variety of activities and sights you shouldn't miss. Whether you love art and culture, want to explore historical sites or simply want to experience the vibrant atmosphere of a lively city - you'll find everything you need for your personal adventure here.

Activities in Nara Individual Sights in Nara

Sight 1: Remains of HeijokyoSakyo Sanjo Nibo Palace Garden

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The Kyūseki Teien, also known as the Heijō-kyō Sakyo Sanjo Nibo Palace Garden is a Japanese garden dating to the Nara period, located in Nara, Nara, western Japan.

Wikipedia: Kyūseki Teien (EN)

1002 meters / 12 minutes

Sight 2: 大将軍神社

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Daishogun Shrine is a shrine located at 3-chome, Shijo Oji, Nara City, Nara Prefecture, Japan. It was originally moved from Sainonji Village.

Wikipedia: 大将軍神社 (奈良市) (JA)

397 meters / 5 minutes

Sight 3: 皇大神社

1559 meters / 19 minutes

Sight 4: Emperor Suinin Kofun

Horaiyama Kofun (hōrai Mr./Ms. kofun, hōrai yamakofun, hōraiyama kofun) is an ancient burial mound located in Amagatsuji, Nara City, Nara Prefecture, Japan. The shape is an anterior-posterior mound.

Wikipedia: 宝来山古墳 (JA)

1021 meters / 12 minutes

Sight 5: Toshodaiji temple

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Tōshōdai-ji (唐招提寺) is a Buddhist temple of the Risshū sect in the city of Nara, in Nara Prefecture, Japan. The Classic Golden Hall, also known as the kondō, has a single story, hipped tiled roof with a seven bay wide facade. It is considered the archetype of "classical style".

Wikipedia: Tōshōdai-ji (EN)

1289 meters / 15 minutes