French: Sanctuaires et temples de Nikko
The Shrines and Temples of Nikko is a World Heritage site in Japan defined by the UNESCO in 1999 and definitely a recommended cultural sightseeing location.
It is on position 547 (162, 676) in our monthly survey..

"The shrines and temples of Nikko, together with their natural surroundings, have for centuries been a sacred site known for its architectural and decorative masterpieces. They are closely associated with the history of the Tokugawa Shoguns."
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(i)(iv)(vi)

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