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Nara is Japan's first permanent capital from 710 to 795 when it moved to Kyoto. As a result of this status Nara is full of ancient temples and shrines all with easy walking distance of local transport.
For an overview on Nara see this article i wrote for a local paper.
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Toshodai ji
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This temple established by the chinese priest Ganjin was built in 759 more travel advice
Yakushi Ji
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A little west of Nara this temple was built buy the Emperor Temmu in 680 and features twin pagodas (although one is... more travel advice
Horyu ji
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Located about 20 km southwest of Nara, Horyu is one of Nara largest temple complexes. It was founded in 607 by Prince... more travel advice
Shin Yakushi ji
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This temple was founded by the Empress Komyo in 747 as thanks for her husband's recovery from eye disease. more travel advice
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