states: [japan]
category: cultural
year: 1993
location: Nara Prefecture
region: Asia and the Pacific
latitude/longitude: 34.6166666700, 135.7333333000
visited: 2017
The Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu-ji Area, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Japan, represent one of the oldest surviving wooden architectural ensembles in the world, dating back to the 7th and 8th centuries. This collection includes the Horyu-ji temple and its pagoda, showcasing early Buddhist art and architecture influenced by Chinese and Korean styles. Recognized for its historical and cultural value, it offers insight into the spread of Buddhism and its impact on Japanese civilization.
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