Naniwa Nagara-Toyosaki Palace, Imperial palace ruins in central Osaka, Japan
Description
Naniwa Nagara-Toyosaki Palace is an archaeological park in central Osaka that displays the remains of an imperial palace from the 7th century. Red tiles placed at ground level mark the original positions of pillars and other structures of the ancient complex.
History
The palace was founded in 652 and served as an imperial residence, but was destroyed by fire around 686. This disaster led to the relocation of the imperial capital to another location in Japan.
Culture
The restored daigokuden on the grounds is a reconstruction of the imperial audience hall where ceremonies took place and the realm's governance occurred. Visitors can see how such seats of power looked and were organized in ancient times.
Practical
The park is easily reached by subway or train and has walking paths that allow visitors to explore the grounds. The paths are flat and level, making walking comfortable throughout the site.
Did you know?
Sasanqua camellia hedges on the grounds trace the outlines of the palace structures and give visitors a visual sense of how the buildings were arranged. These living outlines merge history with the park's present-day nature.
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