Buddhism temples in Nara. World Heritage - 0 views
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nuwanko on 16 Oct 16Horyuji Temple is the oldest wooden structure throughout the world. It is also called "Ikaruga-dera"（斑鳩寺）, connecting with the name of the district. Yomei Emperor(用明天皇） hope to build the temple and Buddha statue for recovery from his illness. The area is 187,00 square meters and can be divided into Saiin garan(西院伽藍, west side, upper photo) and Toin garan(東院伽藍, east side).