What other travelers are saying about Todai-ji Temple
Beautiful Temple! I would recommend as a must see stop on a trip to Nara. There were so many signs with so much information. It was a great experience. Bring yen for any souvenirs or donations along the way.
April 12th, 2023:
This place is just special all around. Truly magnificent. How they got that massive Buddha on the inside baffles me. I wonder if they built the temple around the Buddha first.
Big tourist attraction here. Very interesting history.
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Absolutely amazing UNESCO world heritage site. The Buddha hall is grandiose in scale and there is a section where you can crawl through a pillar which was super unique and fun. There is a small museum which helps you understand the history of the site and was good enough for it's size. As usual there are many sections which are cordoned off from the public. I was surprised that they had signs here of all places informing the public to not approach the baby fowl/deer as the mothers abandon the baby if they get touched. I think this should be posted in more places. The Nara 🦌 outside the temple also make the entire experience very fun.
I loved this place. Such a peaceful place to relax and enjoy the attraction.
It is situated inside Nara park. Very easy to walk to. Very busy even in the winter but queues moved quickly. We paid to enter and see the giant Buddhas which was well worth it.
A stunning piece of history! Definitely visit here if you’re in Nara. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Hall was, until the ‘90s, the world’s biggest timber structure and is awe-inspiring. The 15m tall Buddha inside is also a sight to behold. Try to fit through the hole in the pillar at the back of the hole to be granted good health and luck! The surrounding gardens are beautiful and filled with deer. A must-visit!
