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Temples and houses stacked on a narrow slope between sea and mountain, linked by lanes no car can enter.
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Onomichi (尾道市, Onomichi-shi) is a city located in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. As of 31 January 2023, the city had an estimated population of 129,314 in 64055 households and a population density of 450 people per km2. The total area of the city is 285.11 square kilometers (110.08 sq mi).
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Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Key facts
Founded / opened:Medieval period Highlights / collection:Houses stacked on the slope, Alleys connecting 25 temples Genre:Architecture, Outdoor art and land art
Source ja.wikipedia.org ↗Official website
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