Hokki-ji

法起寺
temple in Ikaruga
#2 in Ikaruga / #225 in Japan
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Hokki-ji, located in Ikaruga, Japan, is an ancient Buddhist temple that holds great historical and cultural significance. Founded in the early 7th century by Prince Shōtoku, a pivotal figure in Japanese Buddhism, Hokki-ji is renowned for its architectural beauty and its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple's three-story pagoda, which is one of the oldest wooden structures in Japan, exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship and religious devotion of the era.


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