Horyuuji is one of the famous Buddhis temples in Japan. It was built in 607. Some of the buildings are the oldest wooden structures in the world. It is said that Horyuuji was founded by Prince Shotoku, a politician in the 6th and 7th centuries. He established a political system modeled on that of China and was dedicated to introducing and promoting Buddhis in Japan.
Temple architecture in Japan was strongly influenced by Chinese design. However, the curve of the roof is more gentle and eaves are deeper.
Horyuuji Temple was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1993.
link to the photo of Horyuuji Temple
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