Shin-Yakushi-ji
新薬師寺
temple in
Nara
#13 in Nara
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#684 in Japan
Shin-Yakushi-ji is a historic Buddhist temple located in Nara, Japan. Founded in the 8th century by Empress Kōmyō, it was originally established as a place of worship for the healing of her husband, Emperor Shōmu. The temple is dedicated to Yakushi Nyorai, the Medicine Buddha, and features an impressive main hall that houses a celebrated statue of Yakushi Nyorai surrounded by the Twelve Divine Generals, who serve as the Buddha's protectors.
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