Narabigaoka, Inselberg in Ukyō-ku, Japan
Narabigaoka consists of three connected hills rising 116 meters above the Kyoto basin, forming a natural landmark in the northwestern part of Kyoto.
The location of Narabigaoka influenced the positioning of the Imperial Palace when Emperor Kanmu established Heian-kyo as the capital in 794.
The site contains 24 burial mounds from the late Kofun period, attributed to the Hata clan who controlled the Uzumasa region.
The hills are accessible within minutes from JR Hanazono Station or Murasakino Station, with hiking trails leading to viewpoints over the Kyoto cityscape.
The elevation of Narabigaoka served as a reference point for determining the central axis of ancient Kyoto's urban planning.
Location: Ukyō Ward
Elevation above the sea: 116.2 m
GPS coordinates: 35.02278,135.71333
Latest update: May 12, 2025 06:43
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