Nara, Japan

Shin-Yakushi-ji

Shin-Yakushi-ji, Nara

Founded in 747 by Empress Komyo for Emperor Shomu's recovery, this temple's Nara-period main hall is a National Treasure. Inside, a wooden Medicine Buddha sits ringed by twelve clay Heavenly Generals, an exceptionally complete guardian circle from the eighth century.

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Location

Coordinates: 34.67588, 135.84617

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