See Nara in a Day from Osaka, Nara, Japan

In a world of Buddhist culture, shrines, and ancient gardens only an hour from Osaka, intriguing Nara鈥檚 popularity sees many local and foreign visitors.

Heijo-kyo, the imperial capital of Japan between 710 to 784, was located where Nara city is located today. Several historical sites are registered with UNESCO鈥檚 World Heritage List as聽鈥淗istorical Monuments of Ancient Nara鈥�, cementing Nara鈥檚 importance in Japan.

Enriched in ideas and technology from Europe, China, and Korea as a result of the Silk Road, Nara鈥檚 1,300 years of architecture and art make the city a living museum.

Aged authentic townhouses, historic sites, Buddhist treasures, temples and shrines including Shinto temples, wooden Pagodas, and Mt. Kasuga鈥檚 Primeval Forest will keep you exploring Nara for a day (or more).

With origins dating back to at least the 8th century and in the central part of the city, Nara Park is home to around 1,200 deer roaming its vast grounds. The touristy thing to do at the park is buy Shika Senbei (deer crackers) from one of the tiny mobile stalls, to feed the deer with as they鈥檙e very tame. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).

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Guide Name: See Nara in a Day from Osaka
Guide Location: Japan » Nara
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Nilla Palmer
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