The Todaiji Temple in Nara
Deer waiting to be fed
I would say Nara's biggest and most important landmark was the Todaiji Temple.
Just like many Japanese temples, there were gigantic and sometimes scary looking figures of gods or guardians by the temple's gate and entrance. This was Kongorikishi in the Great South Gate.
Still an image of Kongorikishi.
Marc with another deer at the Todaiji Temple
The main entrance to the Todaiji Temple
Main Gate to the Todaiji Temple
This is part of the gate which formed a fence like structure around the Todaiji Temple and its grounds.
The Todaiji Temple
In front of the Todaiji TEmple
A view of the Daibutsu or Great Buddha inside the Todaiji Temple
Another Buddha inside Todaiji Temple
The Daibutsu or Great Buddha inside Todaiji Temple
This wooden statue stood next to the statue of the Great Buddha or Daibutsuden inside the Todaiji Temple
Binzuru, a god believed to possess healing powers and helps the sick with their ailments. Located at the right hand side of the Great Buddha Hall of the Todaiji Temple
Another view of Binzuru
