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Nara is a place of synthesis, where Chinese art, religion, and architecture fused with Japanese language and Shinto traditions. The city was established in 710 and was then known as Heijo-Kyo (citadel of peace). Fujiwara-no-Fuhito, father-in-law of Emperor Mommu, was responsible for the city's creation. His grandson, the future Emperor Shomu, later graced the new capital with its wealth of temples, pagodas, and shrines.
Nara Hotels
Nara has accommodations in every style and price range. Since most people treat the city as a day-trip destination, at night the quiet streets are the domain...read more
Fodor's Choice
Nara Restaurants
It's a sin to visit Nara and not have a kaiseki dinner, an aesthetically arranged 7- to 12-course set meal using the freshest ingredients. It's usually...read more
Things To Do in Nara
Explore the best sights, entertainment, and shopping with our top choices and insider tips.
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Nara Experiences
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Architecture: Nara's wealth of classical temples, pagodas, and shrines includes some of the world's oldest wooden structures. Crafted in the Chinese... Read more
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Toshodai-ji was built in 751 for Ganjin, a Chinese priest who traveled to Japan at the invitation of Emperor Shomu. At that time Japanese monks... Read more
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Hotels
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Last week the Smith family did a classic roadtrip in the Chubu region of central Honshu. Read more
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My travelling companion and I are planning a self drive holiday in Japan in early April; primarily to see the sakura, experience onsen at the highlands in central Honshu.
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