Silence under the Clouds: A Journey to Explore the Charm of Nara's Nigatsudo Temple

#Osaka Itinerary
Heading to Nigatsudo Temple in Nara from Osaka is an exciting excursion. Although the sky was overcast, the weather added a unique atmosphere to the entire trip.

In the morning, I took a train from Osaka and enjoyed the scenery of the city gradually being replaced by greenery along the way. The train was traveling through the quiet suburbs, and the fields and mountains outside the window seemed to be waving to me. After about half an hour's drive, I arrived in Nara.

After exiting the station, I chose to walk to Nigatsudo. Walking on the street, although the sky was gloomy, the surrounding trees and ancient buildings exuded a faint tranquility. Along the way, the small shops and cafes on the roadside exuded tempting aromas, which made me want to stop for a while.

When I arrived at Nigatsudo, I was pleasantly surprised by the scenery. This ancient temple is located on a hill overlooking downtown Nara. Despite the cloudy day, Nigatsudo still exudes a mysterious beauty. The wooden structure of the temple blends perfectly with the surrounding natural environment, giving people a sense of the weight of history.

Inside the Nigatsu-do Hall, I quietly admired the ancient Buddha statues and exquisite carvings. The atmosphere in the temple made me feel peaceful, as if all my worries had drifted away with the dark clouds. In a corner, I found an observation deck overlooking Nara. Although the clouds were low, I could still feel the charm of the city.

After the tour, I tasted Nara's specialty food - Nara pickles at a nearby food stall. Although the weather was gloomy, the taste of the food made me happy. Afterwards, I strolled through Nara Park and saw the leisurely deer. These lovely creatures didn’t seem to care no matter what the weather was like and just enjoyed life.

After a day's trip, I took the train back to Osaka. Although it was cloudy during this trip to Nara, I felt a unique sense of tranquility and beauty. The antiquity and mystery of Nigatsu-do left me with a deep impression of Nara, and I look forward to exploring more beautiful scenery next time.

Post by 遊走的異鄉人 | Jan 13, 2025