Explore Nara

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Facts & Figures

Nara has a population of approx. 360000 and is the captial of the Nara Prefecture. For a short time period from 710 to 794 (Nara period) the city was also the capital of Japan. Later the status was moved to Kyoto. The city is famous for its 8 UNESCO World Heritage Sites also known as the Historic Monuments of Ancient Nara. The sites are Todaiji Temple, Heijo Palace, Kasuga Taisha Shrine, Kofukuji Temple, Saidaiji, Gangoji, Yakushiji and the Kasugayama Primeval Forest. Experience the Ultimate Japanese Hospitality at a Nara Ryokan.
 Find Your Perfect Ryokan Now > My tip: I was fascinated by the largest wooden structure in the world, which can be found within the Todaiji Temple complex. The size of the Daibutsuden (Big Buddha Hall) is breathtaking.

My tips for local activities

How about exploring the highlights and hidden gems of the fascinating city Nara with a local guide? The personalized tour by our partner GetYourGuide can take between 2 - 6 hours. For more details check out this page >