Enryakuji
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| Address | 4220 Sakamotohonmachi, Otsu, Shiga 520-0116, Japan |
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| Opened | 788 AD |
| Phone | +81 77-578-0001 |
| Function | Monastery |
| Burials | Saichō |
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| ID | 2617807 |
About Enryakuji
Enryaku-ji is a Tendai monastery located on Mount Hiei in Ōtsu, overlooking Kyoto. It was founded in 788 during the early Heian period. The temple complex was established by Saichō, also known as Dengyō Daishi, who introduced the Tendai sect of Mahayana Buddhism to Japan from China.
Where is the Enryakuji
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