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Saimyoji (Shiga)

Shiga · Kora · Shrines & Temples

Japanese name: 西明寺

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WHAT TO DOSaimyoji (Shiga)

One of the three mountain temples of eastern Omi. Both the main hall and the three-storey pagoda are National Treasures. It escaped Nobunaga's burning.

WHEREShiga

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One of the three mountain temples of eastern Omi. Both the main hall and the three-storey pagoda are National Treasures. It escaped Nobunaga's burning.

About this place

Saimyoji is the name of Buddhist temples found in various places.

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Key facts

Founded:834 Designation:National Treasure Blessings:Warding off evil

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