Mano-dera, Buddhist temple in Minamiboso, Japan.
Mano-dera is a Buddhist temple in Minamiboso surrounded by trees and gardens with traditional wooden structures. The grounds feature natural landscaping that frames the main buildings and creates shaded pathways throughout the site.
The temple was established in 725 and has remained at the same location ever since. It has continuously served its religious purpose through more than twelve centuries of operation.
The temple serves as a stop on two major pilgrimage circuits that bring visitors seeking spiritual experiences throughout the seasons.
The temple grounds are open daily for visitors to explore at their own pace. You can speak with monks about Buddhist practices or simply walk through the gardens and buildings.
The name Mano-dera means 'temple of pure water' and reflects a natural spring that has supplied water to the grounds since the temple's founding. This spring source continues to flow through the site today.
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