Nara: Yakushi-ji & Toshodai-ji - Timeless in 3 Hours

Explore Nara’s Buddhist heritage with a 3-hour tour of Yakushi-ji and Toshodai-ji. Discover their timeless architecture, revered statues, and rich history.
Yakushi-ji Temple, established in the 7th century, stands as a masterpiece of Japanese Buddhist architecture. The temple is renowned for its significant structures and spiritual artistry. At its heart is the Kondo (Main Hall), home to the Yakushi Sanzon Buddha statues, famed for their striking black sheen and national treasure status. The Kondo’s elegant design further enhances its spiritual allure.

The temple grounds feature the iconic East and West Pagodas. The East Pagoda, a rare surviving example of Nara-period architecture and also a National Treasure, offers a compelling glimpse into Japan's architectural history. The Daikodo (Great Lecture Hall), the largest building within Yakushi-ji, historically served as a space for Buddhist teachings and ceremonies, housing the Miroku Buddha.

The Toin-do (East Hall), from the Kamakura period, is Japan’s oldest Zen architectural structure, providing a serene and contemplative atmosphere.

Toshodai-ji Temple, founded in the 8th century by the famed monk Ganjin, is celebrated not only for its historical significance but also for its sacred artifacts. The temple is renowned for its collection of National Treasure statues and its tranquil grounds, which attract many devotees and visitors. However, its true allure lies in its origin story: built by Ganjin, who journeyed from China to Japan across vast seas to spread Buddhism. This dramatic and inspirational history remains the temple’s greatest charm.

उपलब्धता की गारंटी के लिए जितनी जल्दी हो सके बुक करें। जल्दी बुकिंग पर विचार करना विशेष रूप से तब महत्वपूर्ण है जब आप सार्वजनिक छुट्टियों या सप्ताहांत जैसे उच्च सीजन के दौरान यात्रा की योजना बना रहे हों।

इस यात्रा को आप यात्रा शुरू होने से 24 घंटे पहले बिना किसी शुल्क के रद्द कर सकते हैं। यदि आप इसे 24 घंटे बाद रद्द करते हैं या यात्रा पर नहीं आते हैं, तो भी आपको गतिविधि की पूरी कीमत चुकानी होगी। पिक-अप या प्रस्थान में देर से आना यात्रा पर नहीं आने के रूप में माना जाएगा।