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Horyuji（法隆寺）

ほうりゅうじ Horyuji

Horyuji（法隆寺）

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The only 7th-century wooden buildings surviving anywhere; hall and pagoda set asymmetrically inside one cloister.

TypeArchitecture
GenreArchitecture / Sculpture / Antique art / Buddhist art
City / townIkaruga
Area in the prefectureNara

FAQ

Where is Horyuji?
It is in Ikaruga, Nara Prefecture, Japan. It is an architecture.
What can I see at Horyuji?
The only 7th-century wooden buildings surviving anywhere; hall and pagoda set asymmetrically inside one cloister. The focus is architecture, sculpture, Buddhist and ancient art.
When was Horyuji established?
It dates from 607.

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Visits and workshops

This place accepts visitors, according to the source below.

Source: https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%B3%95%E9%9A%86%E5%AF%BA

Always confirm availability, fees and hours with the facility before visiting.

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