states: [japan]
category: cultural
year: 2011
location: Iwate Prefecture
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 39.0011111111, 141.1077777778
visited: 2018
Hiraizumi, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Japan, is renowned for its well-preserved 11th- and 12th-century Buddhist temples and gardens, reflecting the ideals of Pure Land Buddhism. Key landmarks include the Chuson-ji Temple with its ornate Golden Hall and the Motsu-ji Temple’s tranquil pond garden, both exemplifying medieval Japanese architecture and spiritual heritage. This historic site offers a glimpse into a prosperous cultural era shaped by the powerful Fujiwara clan.
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