自転車で元興寺へGangoji Temple is one of Nara's Seven Great Temples.
It is located in the heart of the Naramachi area of the city and is registered as a World Heritage Site.
The temple was first built in Asuka, in Nara Prefecture but outside of the city proper. It was then moved to its current location in 718 C.E.
Fires in the 15th and 19th centuries destroyed much of the temple.
As a result, many of the buildings are fairly recent.
The area around the temple is also well worth a ride or stroll.
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0742 23 1377
Admission: 500 yen
Parking
On the left as you enter (pictured below)
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