Facts & Figures The Todaiji Temple ("Great Eastern Temple") in Nara is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most important Buddhist temples in Japan. It is also the center of the Kegon sect of Japanese Buddhism. The main hall of the temple complex is called Daibutsuden (Gr...
this architectural marvel was originally built to house the Great Buddha, a colossal statue that stands at an impressive 15 meters tall. The temple’s significance in Japanese culture is profound, as it symbolizes the unity of Buddhism and the imperial power of the time. Today, it holds the ...
Next up was the Todaiji Temple. That was really cool and interesting. The structure is huge. The temple there today is the third built in this location. The Kasugataisha Shrine is a shrine with a nature theme. We pet and fed the deer here. ...