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Puffin
December 1, 2022
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The origin of the temple is believed to be in Kyoto and the temple was rebuilt here in 710 when the capital was moved to Nara.
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Maik
May 30, 2018
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Kofuku-ji Temple is one of Nara's most famous temples and is one of the city's eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Spectacular is the five-story pagoda.
Entry to the temple grounds is free and possible 24 hours a day. Entrance fees are required for the National Treasury Museum and the Eastern Golden Hall.
Kofukuji, Todaiji and Horyuji form the "Big Three" temples of Nara.
Entry to the temple grounds is free and possible 24 hours a day. Entrance fees are required for the National Treasury Museum and the Eastern Golden Hall.
Kofukuji, Todaiji and Horyuji form the "Big Three" temples of Nara.
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Horst
April 10, 2024
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Kōfuku-ji (興福寺, Kōfuku-ji) is a Buddhist temple that was once one of the powerful Seven Great Temples in the city of Nara, Japan. The temple is the national headquarters of the Hossō school.
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