"Nara Taro" Huge Bell - Nara, Japan
N 34° 41.293 E 135° 50.531
53S E 577141 N 3838791
The "Nara Taro" bell hangs in the Shoro in the Nara Park - Nara, Japan
Waymark Code: WMB43Z
Location: Nara, Japan
Date Posted: 04/02/2011
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The Todaiji temple bell the "Nara Taro" is a great site to see. This huge bell, made in the Kamakura-era (1192-1333)is on display in Nara Park, Nara, Japan. It is 12.8 feet high and has a circumference of 27 feet. The bronze body is 10.6 inches thick and weighs 26 tons. This is one of the oldest bells in Japan. Visitors can have a hands on experience here but cannot ring the ball.
Address:
Todaiji-nai, 406-1 Zoshi-cho, Nara-shi, Nara , Japann
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