Best places: Tourist attractions in Nara, Japan

Buddhist temple originally built in the mid-700s, with one of Japan's largest bronze Buddha statues.

Massive wooden temple gate completed in 1203, with a double-tier roof & 2 guardian statues.

Hilltop hall, part of Tōdai-ji Buddhist temple, with sweeping views of Nara from its balcony.

Serene classical Japanese garden on a quiet river with a wooden teahouse & striking autumn blooms.

Landscaped, public park with ancient temples & the Nara National Museum of art, plus tame deer.

Bright vermillion columns support the roof of this Shinto shrine originally established in 768 A.D..

Buddhist temple complex known for its 8th-century Golden Hall, acknowledged as a national treasure.

Samples & sales of rare rice wines at the store of a sake brewery founded in the 19th century.

👍👍 Relatively easy 1 hr hike up. Wakakusayama is 100% worth hiking if you’re able to. The views are spectacular and you get a much more intimate experience with the deer than you would down in the park.

Complex of Buddhist temple halls & pagodas, plus an on-site museum showcasing national treasures.

Originally built in 680, this Buddhist landmark was once one of the Seven Great Temples in Nara.

👍 Interesting sculptures. But Pretty small. Cash only just like all the other temples. Was not free despite what google said.

A bridge leads to this quaint gazebo overlooking tranquil waters with a lush backdrop of foliage.

8th-century Buddhist temple complex housing statues of the Twelve Heavenly Generals.

👍 The Tō-kondō (Eastern Golden Hall) is one of the three golden halls of the Kofuku-ji, a Buddhist temple that was once one of the mighty Seven Great Temples of Nara. TheTō-kondō was originally built at the behest of Emperor Shōmu (701–756) to pray for the convalescence of his aunt, retired Empress Ge...

Sizable collection of ancient Chinese bronze wares, mirrors & seals, along with Korean pottery.

Ornate carved tower first built by the Fujiwara clan in 730, now a symbolic landmark of Nara.

Buddhist temple dating from around AD 740, with Nara-period statues, including a multi-armed figure.

Worship hall & pilgrimage site first built in 813, housing an ornate, 8-handed deity sculpture.