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Todai-ji Temple
🧠 Fact: A large Buddhist temple housing the Great Buddha, one of Japan's largest bronze statues.
💡 Tip: Visit the Nara Deer Park nearby where you can feed the friendly roaming deer
Info: Tōdai-ji Temple, located in Nara, is one of Japan’s most historically significant and awe-inspiring Buddhist temples. Founded in the 8th century, it houses the Great Buddha (Daibutsu), a colossal bronze statue standing over 15 meters tall, inside the world’s largest wooden building. The temple complex also includes ancient gates, gardens, and the Nandaimon Gate guarded by fierce Nio statues. Surrounded by peaceful Nara Park, where friendly deer roam freely, Tōdai-ji blends spiritual depth with cultural heritage. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit for anyone interested in Japan’s religious and architectural history.