Heijō Palace
Heijō Palace was the imperial residence in Heijō-kyō, the capital corresponding to present-day Nara, during most of the Nara period. The site matters as a physical link to the city’s era as Japan’s capital and to the imperial life centered there, although the packet does not identify specific surviving or reconstructed features.
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What is Heijō Palace?
Heijō Palace was the imperial residence in Heijō-kyō, the capital corresponding to present-day Nara, during most of the Nara period. The site matters as a physical link to the city’s era as Japan’s capital and to the imperial life centered there, although the packet does not identify specific surviving or reconstructed features.
Where should I check current details for Heijō Palace?
Use the official website linked in the Plan your visit section.
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Use this place as an anchor, then layer nearby stops and a little breathing room around it.