Japan Midokoro / Nara Prefecture / Ikaruga / Hōryū-ji Temple
Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture · Historic Site
Hōryū-ji Temple
- Nearest stationHōryūji Station 1.5 km
- DesignationHistoric Site, Part of a World Heritage Site, National Treasure
Hōryū-ji (Japanese: 法隆寺; lit. 'Temple of the Flourishing Dharma') is a Buddhist temple that was once one of the powerful Seven Great Temples, located in Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan. Built shortly after Buddhism was introduced to Japan, it is also one of the oldest Buddhist sites in the country.
From the Wikipedia article “Hōryū-ji” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Location
Red: Hōryū-ji Temple. Black: nearby places.
Basic facts
| Location | Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Hōryūji Station, 1.5 km (straight line) |
| Type | Historic Site, Part of a World Heritage Site, National Treasure |
| More | Official site Wikipedia 49 more photos (Commons) |
We do not list hours, fees or closing days. Check the official site before you go.
FAQ
- What is the nearest station to Hōryū-ji Temple?
- Hōryūji Station. It is 1.5 km away in a straight line; the walking route is longer.
- Is Hōryū-ji Temple a designated cultural property?
- Yes: Historic Site, Part of a World Heritage Site, National Treasure.
Nearby
Photos (Wikimedia Commons) Golden Hall, Horyu-ji: Martin Falbisoner (CC BY-SA 4.0), Large Lecture Hall, Horyu-ji: Unknown (CC BY-SA 3.0), Scripture House, Horyu-ji: Unknown (CC BY-SA 3.0), Belfry, Horyu-ji: Fg2 (Public domain), Nishi Kairō: Nekosuki (CC BY-SA 4.0), Higashi Kairō: Nekosuki (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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