Japan is a country that has a cultural and historical significance that is unique to it.
Despite being one of the most technologically advanced countries, Japan is still just as deeply rooted in its traditions and culture and this is evident in its people and certain places of significance.
Japan has a very unique heritage and serene culture. Japan has a lot to offer to travellers. One must not miss visiting the old capital Kyoto’s Kiyomizu-Dera, beautiful Kinakakuji, magnificent red tori gates and shrines.
Japan is also famous for its castles like Osaka castle and the White Himeji castle. Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial dedicated to those who died during the atomic bombing is definitely worth a visit. Do not miss the vibrant shrines and temples of Nikko. One must also see the grand palaces of Nara. Japan would definitely be one of the most peaceful holiday destinations to experience its serene heritage and culture.
Check out the castles in Osaka and Himeji or the various Shinto and Buddhist shrines, all consisting of architecture and ambience that despite having borrowed influence, is still so distinctly Japanese.
Feed the deer as you take a tour of the temples in Nara, there are probably very few places in the world you can boast of doing that. Check out these places and more that are so uniquely Japan.
The Heritage sites of the world are celebrated for having great cultural or historical significance, and it doesn’t hurt that they are also often majestic and awe-inspiring.
Every country has its own monuments and cultural heritage, which you can explore in our series “World of Heritage”. This series also features all the celebrated heritage sites on our planet as decided by the UNESCO.
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