Japan Midokoro / Nara Prefecture / Asuka / Kawara-dera
Asuka, Nara Prefecture · Historic Site
Kawara-dera
- Nearest stationAsuka Station 1.9 km
- DesignationHistoric Site
Kawara-dera (川原寺) was a Buddhist temple established during the Asuka period in the village of Asuka, Nara Prefecture, Japan. Archaeological excavations have revealed a large-scale complex which included two Kondō, a pagoda, extensive priests' quarters, and roof tiles that are "among the most beautiful ever made in Japan".
From the Wikipedia article “Kawara-dera” (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Location
Red: Kawara-dera. Black: nearby places.
Basic facts
| Location | Asuka, Nara Prefecture |
|---|---|
| Nearest station | Asuka Station, 1.9 km (straight line) |
| Type | Historic Site |
| More | Wikipedia 16 more photos (Commons) |
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FAQ
- What is the nearest station to Kawara-dera?
- Asuka Station. It is 1.9 km away in a straight line; the walking route is longer.
- Is Kawara-dera a designated cultural property?
- Yes: Historic Site.
Nearby
Photos (Wikimedia Commons) Asuka Pond Garden Site: Saigen Jiro (CC0), Tachibana-dera Temple: Kumamushi (CC BY-SA 3.0), Inukai Man'yō Memorial Museum: Indiana jo (CC BY-SA 4.0), Sakafuneishi Site: Saigen Jiro (CC0), Nara Prefecture Complex of Man'yo Culture: Yanajin33 (CC BY-SA 3.0), Asuka-dera Temple: 663highland (CC BY 2.5)
