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Yamada-dera

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Yamada-dera

山田寺

Nara · Kansai

Yamada-dera is a Buddhist temple of the Hosso sect located in Sakurai City, Nara Prefecture. It was originally built in the mid-7th century and is known for its principal image of the Eleven-faced Kannon.

Crowd level
Hidden gem
Rating
3.9· 111 reviews
Opening hours
Daily Open 24 hours

Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.

Website
whc.unesco.org/en/list/1757

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Open 24 hours

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Daily Open 24 hours

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historyculturetemplebuddhaspiritual

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