
NIKKO |Off the Beaten Path. Exploring the 103 religious sites (and hidden temples)
by hollyGS
We started our day off at Shinkyo Bridge, where we crossed the street and entered Nikko National Park. Nikko National Park contains 103 religious sites and is listed as a UNESCO world heritage site. We had watched videos and had seen just how busy Nikko can get, so we decided to visit a few of the “off the beaten path” locations. We also were able to enjoy a gorgeous hike through the cedar forest! The first temple we arrived at […]
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