Roots EarthNara, Japan
Saidai-ji
Founded in 765 by Empress Shotoku as the Great Western Temple, conceived as a counterpart to mighty Todai-ji. Revived in the Kamakura period by the reformer Eison, it is famous today for its giant tea ceremony served in oversized bowls.
What the app adds
Roots Earth has a longer story for Saidai-ji, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.
Location
Coordinates: 34.69361111, 135.7795