Heijō-kyō, Nara

Name: Heijō-kyō
Address: Nara, Japan

#43 among attractions in Nara

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Heijō-kyō was the Capital of Japan during most of the Nara period, from 710–40 and again from 745–84. The imperial palace is a listed UNESCO World Heritage together with other places in the city of Nara. ()

Local name: 平城京 Coordinates: 34°41'28"N, 135°47'42"E

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Heijō-kyō – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heijō Palace, Tōshōdai-ji, Hokke-ji, Saidai-ji.

~320 ftE
Historic site of an imperial residence
Heijō Palace, Nara
2 min walk • Heijō Palace, once the imperial seat of power during Japan's Nara period, stands today as a testament to the country's rich cultural heritage. Located in the city of Nara, the palace was the heart of the ancient capital, Heijō-kyō, from 710 to 784 AD.
1.2 miSW
Buddhist temple dating from 8th century
Tōshōdai-ji, Nara
31 min walk • Tōshōdai-ji, a revered temple nestled in the historic city of Nara, Japan, stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious tapestry of the country. Founded in 759 by the Chinese priest Ganjin, who was invited to Japan to help reform Buddhist practices, this...
0.5 miE
Ancient temple with gardens and a statue
Hokke-ji, Nara
14 min walk • Hokke-ji, a serene temple nestled in the historic city of Nara, Japan, offers a tranquil retreat steeped in cultural heritage. Founded in 745 by Empress Komyo, this temple was originally part of a nunnery and is dedicated to the Lotus Sutra, a key scripture in Mahayana...
0.9 miW
Temple established in the 8th century
Saidai-ji, Nara
24 min walk • Saidai-ji, a venerable temple located in the historical city of Nara, Japan, stands as a testament to the rich cultural and religious heritage of the region. Founded in the mid-8th century, Saidai-ji, which translates to "Great Western Temple," serves as a counterpart...
1.4 miNW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Akishino-dera, Nara
35 min walk • Nestled in the serene city of Nara, Akishino-dera is a temple steeped in historical and cultural significance. Dating back to the late 8th century, this Buddhist temple offers a tranquil retreat amidst the bustling tourism of Nara.
1.1 miSW
Temple, Sacred and religious sites, Buddhist temple
Kikō-ji, Nara
27 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.
1 miE
Buddhist architecture, Temple, Buddhist temple
Futai-ji, Nara
26 min walk • Futai-ji, also known as Narihira-dera, is a Buddhist temple in Nara, Japan. The temple was opened by Ariwara no Narihira in 847, known as the author of the Tales of Ise.
0.6 miE
Temple, Sacred and religious sites
Kairyuo-ji Temple, Nara
17 min walk • Kairyuo-ji Temple is a temple of the Shingon Ritsu sect located in Hokkeji Kita-machi, Nara City, Nara Prefecture. The main deity is the eleven-faced Kannon. The temple is also known as Sumidera because it was built in the...

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Which popular attractions are close to Heijō-kyō?

Nearby attractions include Heijō Palace, Nara (2 min walk), Hokke-ji, Nara (14 min walk), Kairyuo-ji Temple, Nara (17 min walk), Saidai-ji, Nara (24 min walk).

How to get to Heijō-kyō by public transport?

The nearest stations to Heijō-kyō:

Bus

Saki-cho • Lines: 11, 12, 14, 73, 文 (6 min walk)
Saki Residential Police Box • Lines: 73 (7 min walk)

Train

Yamatosaidaiji (19 min walk)
Heijo (24 min walk)