Nara, Japan

Gangō-ji

Gangō-ji, Nara

Rooted in Asuka-dera, one of Japan's first temples, Gango-ji was moved to Nara in 718. Its Gokurakubo hall reuses ancient roof tiles among the country's oldest. A UNESCO World Heritage site, it sits within the old Naramachi merchant quarter.

What the app adds

Roots Earth has a longer story for Gangō-ji, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Location

Coordinates: 34.67780278, 135.83135556

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