Ryōsen-ji, Nara

Name: Ryōsen-ji
Address: Nara, Japan

#33 among attractions in Nara

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Ryōsen-ji is a Buddhist temple in Nara, Japan. Founded in the eighth century, the Hondō is a National Treasure and a number of other buildings and temple treasures have been designated Important Cultural Properties. ()

Local name: 霊山寺 Completed: 736 (1288 years ago)Coordinates: 34°40'27"N, 135°44'38"E

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Ryōsen-ji – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heijō Palace, Yakushi-ji, Kōriyama Castle, Tōshōdai-ji.

3.2 miE
Historic site of an imperial residence
Heijō Palace, Nara
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2.4 miE
Landmark 7th-century Buddhist temple
Yakushi-ji, Nara
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2.5 miSE
Forts and castles, Historical place
Kōriyama Castle, Nara
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2.3 miE
Buddhist temple dating from 8th century
Tōshōdai-ji, Nara
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2.4 miNE
Temple established in the 8th century
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2.7 miNE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
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1.6 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
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2.1 miE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Kikō-ji, Nara
53 min walk • Kikō-ji is a serene Buddhist temple nestled in the historic city of Nara, Japan. This tranquil place of worship is situated away from the bustling city center, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking solace and reflection.
4.2 miE
Music and shows, Nightlife, Theater
Nara Centennial Hall, Nara
107 min walk • Nara Centennial Hall is a multi-use complex in Nara, Japan. It opened in 1999 as part of the centennial celebrations of the municipality of Nara. There is a large hall that seats up to 1720, a smaller concert hall with a capacity of 446, and a gallery. Arata Isozaki was the architect, with acoustical design by Nagata Acoustics.
1.6 miNE
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Museum of Japanese Art, Nara
42 min walk • The Museum of Japanese Art Yamato Bunkakan is a museum of Asian art in Nara, Nara. The museum was established in 1960 to preserve and display the private collection of Kintetsu Corporation.
3.7 miW
Amusement, Amusement park
Sheng ju shan shang you yuan de, Ikoma
95 min walk • Ikoma Mountain Amusement Park is an amusement park located on top of Mount Ikoma in Ikoma City, Nara Prefecture. It is owned and operated by Kintetsu Leisure Service, a subsidiary of Kintetsu Corporation.

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How to get to Ryōsen-ji by public transport?

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Ryosenji • Lines: 50 (3 min walk)
Fujinoki • Lines: 50 (8 min walk)