The Beautiful Season of Rhododendrons at Muroji temple

After cherry blossoms, begins the season of rhododendrons. The main feature of the rhododendron is its petals. Each petal is very large and gorgeous compared to those of other flowers. These flowers open in a riot of colours – red, pink, purple, white and yellow, and it is extremely beautiful when all these colorful rhododendrons are in full bloom.

The best time to look at rhododendrons is usually from the middle of April to May. If you are planning to travel in Nara during rhododendrons season, we would like to recommend to visit Muroji Temple for its beautiful specimens.

Muroji Temple is famous not only for its rhododendrons but also for its beautiful autumn foliage. It was built in the 8th century and welcomed women -a rare thing at that time. The entrance is a red arched bridge which leads you to the temple complex. Please follow a path along the river to “Nio-mon” Gate.

A five-story pagoda – the symbol of Muroji Temple – is made of cypress wood, is 16 meters high and is located in the top of a flight of stone-steps. During rhododendrons season, thousands of flowers are in bloom and paint the precincts pink.

Access:
From Kintetsu Muroguchiono Station:
-　Take a bus bound for Muroji-mae and alight at the last stop.