What other travelers are saying about Todai-ji Temple
My favourite place during my trip in Japan.
We visited multiple shrines/monuments (between Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka....) but this place took the first place for me.
You need to pay to enter but is worthy, the place was immaculate in terms of preservation and you can get amazing photos in there.
The Buddha and outside statues are impressive for their dimensions and they have a brief story about the temple (construion and reconstruction)
There is multiple shops inside that you can get souvenir too
Serene, expansive, and clean. The architecture is gorgeous, and if you come in autumn, the scenery is fantastic. The deers here roam around freely but they're harmless. Be sure to dress comfortably and be prepared to walk as there's a lot to see around the area.
🟫 Todaiji Temple, 1291 years old. ✅️ Unesco World Heritage Site of Nara Prefecture, Japan.
▪We had to walk through a very long stretch of pavements and walkways before we reached the actual hall of Todaiji Temple, built in 728 AD.😮
❇️The Buddha statue here is said to be one of the largest in Japan.
Incredible must-see temple. The sheer size of the buildings and statues is remarkable. It really takes you back and wonder how it was built.
The museum has some amazing artifacts in it but your not allowed to take pictures inside.
Great place to check out. Of course there are deers here as well and its more packed than deer park, due to its massive temple. The burning of incense and just the size of the temple is different experience from other temples/shrines. To get in, you need to purchase a ticket but to be honest, you can enjoy the temple from far without a ticket. Also the small structures around the temple are great for short walks and pictures. Deers are around so if you are short on time, you can check out Todai-ji since you can knock out the temple and deers at the same time. Also along the route, there are shops open for souvenirs and food.