Kōra taisha
Kōra taisha (高良大社) is a Shinto shrine in Kurume, Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan.
Kōra taisha (高良大社) | |
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![]() Kōra Taisha in Kurume | |
Religion | |
Affiliation | Shinto |
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Geographic coordinates | 33°18′5.83″N 130°33′57.28″E |
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History
Kōra was founded in the fifth century. The shrine is mentioned in the Engishiki and was one of the most important shrines in Chikugo Province.[1][2]
Buildings
The torii of 1654 and the honden, haiden, and heiden of 1661 have been designated Important Cultural Properties.[3][4]
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References
- "Kōra Taisha - history". Kōra Taisha. Archived from the original on 13 October 2010. Retrieved 24 March 2011.
- "Kora Taisha Shrine". Kurume Convention. Retrieved 24 March 2011.
- "Database of Registered National Cultural Properties". Agency for Cultural Affairs. Retrieved 24 March 2011.
- "Database of Registered National Cultural Properties". Agency for Cultural Affairs. Retrieved 24 March 2011.
External links
(in Japanese) Kōra Taisha homepage
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